Spencer Fane Gobbles Up DC Boutique Focused on IP Litigation

Jan. 3, 2026, 2:22 AM UTC

Spencer Fane LLP is merging with intellectual property boutique Global IP Counselors, the firms confirmed Friday.

More than a dozen patent and trademark attorneys from Global IP Counselors are joining Spencer Fane’s intellectual property practice group in its Washington DC office.

“We are excited to join Spencer Fane and become part of a platform that shares our commitment to client service and innovation both in terms of practicing law as well as creating a collaborative environment that leads to creative outcomes for clients,” Michael Murphy, managing partner of Global IP Counselors, said in a statement.

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