International law firm Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP announced that Rachel Weiner Cohen has joined the firm as a partner in its IP, Technology & Science Litigation practice in Washington, D.C. This appointment marks a continued expansion of the firm’s Intellectual Property capabilities as it strengthens its presence in complex technology and science-related disputes.
Rachel Weiner Cohen is recognized as a leading IP litigator representing major technology and life sciences companies in high-stakes intellectual property matters across the United States. Her practice spans patent and IP misappropriation disputes involving a broad range of technologies, including multimedia, mobile applications, social networking platforms, medical devices, pharmaceuticals and biotechnology, semiconductor systems, automotive components and crossbow technology.
She rejoins several former colleagues, including Doug Lumish, Jeff Homrig, Gabe Gross, Chris Henry, Gaby LaHatte and Joseph Lee, who have all joined Weil since late July. She becomes the eighth partner to join the newly formed practice, which has rapidly expanded as the firm builds a team recognized for technical legal expertise and trial capability.
The appointment reflects Weil’s strategy of deepening its trial bench for complex intellectual property matters and supporting clients focused on technology-driven innovation. The team advises companies on monetizing, protecting and defending global intellectual property portfolios before U.S. district courts, the International Trade Commission, the Federal Circuit, various appellate courts and administrative tribunals. The practice has earned a reputation for results in disputes that shape the legal landscape amid rapid technological advancement.
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“We are delighted to welcome Rachel to the Firm. She brings a wealth of experience guiding clients in sophisticated Intellectual Property matters and will be a tremendous asset to our growing IP, Technology & Science Litigation team.”
Barry Wolf, Executive Partner, Weil, Gotshal & Manges
“Rachel is a top-notch trial lawyer and a rising star in the intellectual property bar. She is a natural leader who will be an excellent cultural fit with our team, and she brings extensive experience trying technical and scientific cases for several of the world’s leading companies.”
Drew Tulumello, Co-Chair, Global Litigation Department
“We are thrilled to have the opportunity to work with Rachel again. She is a highly talented litigator who shares our commitment to excellence and achieving exceptional results for our clients.”
Doug Lumish and Jeff Homrig, Co-Heads, IP, Technology & Science Litigation Practice
“I am excited to join Weil and contribute to the continued growth of its premier IP, Technology & Science Litigation practice. Having worked with many of my new colleagues before, I look forward to collaborating with them again to provide the innovative legal solutions that our clients require in today’s ultra-competitive environment.”
Rachel Weiner Cohen, Partner, IP, Technology & Science Litigation Practice
