Blank Rome Goes to West Palm Beach, Florida With Tech and IP Duo

Jan. 5, 2026, 6:17 PM UTC

Mark Passler and Ryan Harding joined Blank Rome as partners in its intellectual property and technology practice group and will establish a presence in West Palm Beach, the firm announced Monday.

Passler assists clients in procuring, licensing, and enforcing patent, trademark, and copyright rights. His experience includes conducting intellectual property due diligence for complex mergers, acquisitions, transfers, and contracts, ensuring that clients’ interests are fully protected throughout these transactions.

Harding focuses his practice on patent prosecution and enforcement, helping clients develop strategies that minimize the risk of infringement. He is skilled in drafting and negotiating licensing agreements and managing IP ...

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