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Peter Nichols
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G. Peter Nichols

Partner

Chicago

One N. Wacker Drive
Suite 4400
Chicago, IL 60606-2833

P 312-214-4832

F 312-759-5646

Peter helps clients obtain U.S. and worldwide utility and design patents, navigates patent office contentious proceedings, develops and manages patent portfolios, and provides freedom to use and other legal opinions. Using his deep understanding of business operations to provide strategic counsel suited for real-world business risks, Peter advises clients on how case law affects patent procurement strategies, existing portfolios and product commercialization plans.

OVERVIEW

Peter helps clients obtain U.S. and worldwide utility and design patents, navigates patent office contentious proceedings, develops and manages patent portfolios, and provides freedom to use and other legal opinions. Using his deep understanding of business operations to provide strategic counsel suited for real-world business risks, Peter advises clients on how case law affects patent procurement strategies, existing portfolios and product commercialization plans.

With over 25 years of experience, Peter works on a broad range of subject areas, including food technology, chemistry, polymers, chemical and mineral processing, nutraceuticals, electronics, and mechanical technologies. His clients span diverse industries, including food manufacturers, automotive product solutions, consumer electronics, power tools, mining, household and consumer products, nutritional supplements, and cosmetics, among others.

Within his patent prosecution practice, Peter prepares and prosecutes U.S. utility and design applications, and foreign and Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT) patent applications. He also represents clients in ex parte and inter partes re-examinations in the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) and in opposition proceedings before the patent offices outside of the United States. Peter provides strategic advice regarding the development, creation and management of clients' patent portfolios, and has patent litigation experience that fortifies his advice.

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