Karen R. Poppel
Senior Counsel
Combining technical expertise, legal acumen, and determined advocacy in equal measure, Karen Poppel is an experienced and formidable intellectual property litigator who asserts and defends her clients' patent, trademark, and trade secret rights in forums across the country.
A scientific background and passion for research and discovery facilitate Karen's understanding of the technology that lies at the heart of complex patent disputes. Her ability to speak the language of scientists, engineers, and experts helps her identify the strengths and weaknesses of claims to develop the most effective case strategies. Karen is also adept at making complex and dense scientific and technical subjects understandable for judges and other decision-makers.
“I truly enjoy learning about and immersing myself in the details of my clients' innovations. Understanding the technology at issue is essential for the formulation of successful patent litigation strategies.”
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- George Washington School of Law, J.D.
- Emory University, M.S., Chemistry
- Massachusetts Institute of Technology, B.S.
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Bar Admissions
- Delaware
- District of Columbia
- New Jersey
- Pennsylvania
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Court Admissions
- United States District Court for the District of Delaware
- United States District Court for the District of New Jersey
- United States District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania
- United States Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit
Areas of client focus
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