Womble Bond Dickinson Hires Patent Partner Lightner in Atlanta

Christopher Lightner joined Womble Bond Dickinson as a partner in its patent prosecution and litigation practice group in Atlanta, the firm announced June 1.

Lightner advises companies on protecting and positioning innovation in alignment with business objectives, with a focus on patent preparation and prosecution in the United States and internationally. His practice extends to the transactional side of intellectual property, where he supports due diligence efforts and advises on licensing arrangements, confidentiality structures, and patent brokerage deals, the firm said.

He joins from Alston & Bird.

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