Sidharth Kapoor joins Pierson Ferdinand as partner in its IP practice

Former patent examiner and federal clerk brings deep IP expertise in cutting-edge technologies

Palo Alto, CA – October 2, 2024 – Pierson Ferdinand LLP (“PierFerd”), one of the world’s fastest-growing law firms, announces the appointment of Sidharth Kapoor as a Partner in its IP practice.  

Based in Palo Alto, Kapoor brings extensive experience in patent litigation, post-grant proceedings, and patent prosecution, further bolstering PierFerd’s renowned IP team.

Kapoor’s technical expertise spans a wide range of industries, including artificial intelligence, computer-implemented technologies, and medical devices. His unique background includes serving as a former patent examiner at the US Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) and clerking for a federal judge, giving him exceptional insight into patent prosecution and high-stakes IP litigation.

Kapoor is licensed to practice in California, Florida, New Jersey, and before the USPTO. His multilingual capabilities – with fluency in Hindi, Punjabi, and Gujarati – further enhance his ability to serve a diverse client base. 

His appointment – joining PierFerd’s highly talented IP department led by Co-Chairs Christopher R Kinkade and Naira Simmons is the latest expansion of PierFerd’s capabilities in the sector, allowing the firm to offer enhanced strategic counsel to clients, especially in the fast-growing fields of AI and biomedical innovation. 

Kapoor holds a Master’s Degree in Biomedical Engineering and a JD with a concentration in IP. 

Michael Pierson, Co-Chairman of Pierson Ferdinand, said: “We are delighted to welcome Sid to PierFerd. His deep technical knowledge and extensive legal experience in complex patent matters make him an invaluable addition to our Intellectual Property team. Sid’s understanding of both the patent office and the courtroom will help us deliver exceptional results for our clients across a range of industries.” 

Kapoor, Partner at Pierson Ferdinand, added: “I am thrilled to join PierFerd at a time of dynamic growth. The team’s commitment to innovation and reputation for excellence in intellectual property makes PierFerd the perfect platform to expand my practice. I look forward to working alongside this talented team to provide our clients with the highest caliber of IP counsel, particularly in emerging technologies.” 

Naira Simmons and Chris Kinkade, Co-Chairs of IP at Pierson Ferdinand, noted: “We are pleased to welcome Sid to our IP team. His dynamic experience is an excellent complement to our versatile IP department, which comprises attorneys experienced in cross-disciplinary representation and counseling. Sid’s technological and legal experience bolsters our ability to serve our clients across industries.”

Kapoor’s arrival reflects PierFerd’s ongoing commitment to recruiting world-class legal talent to meet the evolving needs of its global clients.

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