Herbert H. Finn

Herbert H. Finn is an experienced professional in the complex world of Intellectual Property (IP) law, focusing on litigation and portfolio management for clients within the United States and globally. During his 30+ year career, he has focused on litigation handling clients’ matters in various jurisdictions across the United States including before District Courts, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit, the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC), the Patent Trial and Appeals Board (PTAB), and the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board (TTAB). Herb has represented clients in a broad range of industries including sports and energy drinks, nutritional supplements, medical equipment, cellular communications, computer hardware and software, digital camera technology, Internet/networking technology, LCD technology, anti-theft prevention equipment, mass transportation seating, novelty gaming, injection molding, and shipping and product packaging.

Herb’s proficiency isn’t confined to litigation. He embodies a wide-ranging understanding of the strategic dimensions of IP rights and portfolio management as well, by acquiring, protecting, and defending them on behalf of his clients. Furthermore, Herb is highly skilled in negotiating diverse agreements surrounding intellectual property; from acquisitions and licenses to non-competes and non-disclosures. Hence, Herb’s combination of litigation prowess and negotiation aptitude help him provide value and service to clients in a range of industries.

Herb’s seamless blend of strategic insight with practical tactfulness in handling litigation, license negotiations, acquisitions, and non-disclosures allows him to provide counsel that aligns with the goals of his clients while also rigorously defending their interests through developing comprehensive prosecution and enforcement strategies. In an environment where the legal nuances of IP rights are often multi-dimensional, Herb’s deep experience with the underlying issues and robust understanding of related market trends make him a valuable resource to clients across the globe.

Herb has been recognized by organizations such as Intellectual Asset Management (IAM) magazine, Leading Lawyers Network, Illinois Super Lawyers, and The Legal 500 United States.

Concentrations

•Patent litigation and arbitrations
•Section 337 investigations before the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC)
•Trademark litigation, oppositions, cancellations and arbitrations
•Patent, trademark and copyright prosecution
•Searches for patentability, infringement and avoidance opinions
•Preparation and negotiation of intellectual property licenses
•Patent, trademark, trade secret and copyright transactions
•Intellectual property due diligence investigations and audits
•U.S. and international intellectual property law

Recognition & Leadership

Awards & Accolades

•Listed, Super Lawyers magazine, Illinois Super Lawyers, 2007-2026
•Listed, Leading Lawyers Network, 2009-2026
•Listed, IAM magazine, 'IAM Patent 1000,' Litigation, 2016-2025
•Team Member, a U.S. News - Best Lawyers 'Best Law Firms,' 'Law Firm of the Year' in Information Technology Law, 2024
•Team Member, a U.S. News - Best Lawyers 'Law Firm of the Year' in Trademark Law, 2020, 2022
•Listed, The Legal 500 United States, Intellectual Property - Trademarks - Litigation, 2015
•Listed, Madison Who's Who
•Listed, Strathmore's Who's Who