Partner
Raj has considerable experience in telecommunications, optics, semiconductors, wireless technologies, neural networks, artificial intelligence, machine learning, signal processing, networking, smartphones, communication protocols, cryptography, lithography, material properties of semiconductors and metals, biometrics, video game technologies, software, microprocessors, security systems, optical fibers, telematics, human-computer interaction, and in areas pertaining to fabrication and characterization of nanodevices. His nanodevice experience includes physics of nanomaterials, laser manipulation of atoms, high-resolution optical Fourier transform spectroscopy of nanomaterials, quantum computing, quantum devices, and use of synchrotron radiation and other vacuum ultraviolet sources for characterization of materials and detectors for microlithography.
Raj has broad experience in all aspects of patent litigation, including examining and cross-examining fact and expert witnesses at trial, taking and defending depositions, and managing day-to-day litigation activities. He has tried cases before administrative law judges at the ITC. Raj also has a wide range of experience involving post-grant proceedings, where he has served as co-lead counsel for several proceedings, and reexamination matters.
In addition to his litigation practice, Raj advises clients on a wide variety of transactional patent matters, including licensing, strategic prosecution matters, and monetization strategies for issued patents. He has extensive experience in assessing, developing, implementing, and managing patent portfolios. Raj also provides opinions on patentability, infringement, and validity of patents.
Prior to joining Finnegan, Raj served as a staff scientist at the National Institute of Standards and Technology, where his research activities covered a wide array of topics, including nanofabrication of one and two dimensional magnetic and non-magnetic arrays; microlithography with the use of excimer lasers and radiation from synchrotron sources; development of deep ultraviolet optical sensors; and high accuracy characterization of optical materials for optical microlithography.
Raj currently serves on the firm's management committee. He previously led Finnegan's Diversity and Inclusion Committee and has served on the compensation committee.
AgroFresh Inc. v. Decco U.S. Post-Harvest, Inc. et al.
Member of team representing defendants in action involving patent infringement, trade secrets, and tort claims relating to pre-harvest technology used with produce.
1:16-cv-00662, D. Del., Judges Fallon, Robinson, Bataillon, Noreika
Certain Point-to-Point Network Communication Devices; Straight Path IP Group v. LG Electronics, Inc.
Represented LG Electronics against non-practicing entity asserting patents relating to point-to-point communications between users or computers.
337-TA-892, ITC, Judge Shaw
1:13-cv-00933, E.D. Va., Judges Davis, Hilton, Jones, Trenga
Certain Video Game Machines and Related Three-Dimensional Pointing Devices
Represented complainant Hillcrest Laboratories against Nintendo's Wii video game system for infringement of Hillcrest's fundamental patents on 3D pointing technology; settled favorably after full evidentiary hearing but before ALJ's initial determination.
337-TA-658, ITC, Judge Luckern
Certain UV Curable Coatings for Optical Fibers, Coated Optical Fibers, and Products Containing Same
337-TA-1031, ITC, Judge McNamara
Norman IP Holdings, LLC v. Chrysler Group LLC
6:13-cv-00278, E.D. Tex., Judges Davis, Love
Blue Spike LLC v. Iris ID Systems, Inc.
6:13-cv-00088, E.D. Tex., Judge Schneider
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“Raj is an excellent lawyer; he has very good business sense and he is also commercially savvy.”
Lexology Client Choice Awards
“Raj is a fabulous attorney to work with; he is extremely valuable and he has strong technical skills.”
Lexology Client Choice Awards
“Raj is excellent at constructing arguments; he is able to debate and sift through various facts and compare them with our legal objectives.”
Lexology Client Choice Awards
“Raj is a great lawyer to work with; he listens and communicates regularly with his clients.”
Lexology Client Choice Awards
“Raj is a fantastic attorney; he does a great job and his clients are lucky to have him as advocate.”
Lexology Client Choice Awards
“He is an outstanding lawyer for patent matters; he offers quick turnaround times and quality advice.”
Lexology Client Choice Awards
“Raj is a very supportive and consultative attorney; he is very knowledgeable, helpful and customer focused.”
Lexology Client Choice Awards
“He demonstrates a very high level of professional conduct and ethics in his dealings.”
Lexology Client Choice Awards
“He is an excellent advocate and an exceptional lawyer; he is smart, articulate, hard-working and creative.”
Lexology Client Choice Awards
“He manages his relationship with his clients very well; he is prompt in responding to the client's needs.”
Lexology Client Choice Awards
“Raj is always willing to make himself available; he looks for creative solutions to tough legal problems.”
Lexology Client Choice Awards
“Raj epitomizes excellence in client service.”
Lexology Client Choice Awards
“Raj offers excellent legal advice; he is always prompt and he meets every deadline.”
Lexology Client Choice Awards
“Raj is an excellent lawyer; he has very good business sense and he is also commercially savvy.”
Lexology Client Choice Awards
“Raj is a fabulous attorney to work with; he is extremely valuable and he has strong technical skills.”
Lexology Client Choice Awards
“Raj is excellent at constructing arguments; he is able to debate and sift through various facts and compare them with our legal objectives.”
Lexology Client Choice Awards
“Raj is a great lawyer to work with; he listens and communicates regularly with his clients.”
Lexology Client Choice Awards
“Raj is a fantastic attorney; he does a great job and his clients are lucky to have him as advocate.”
Lexology Client Choice Awards
“He is an outstanding lawyer for patent matters; he offers quick turnaround times and quality advice.”
Lexology Client Choice Awards
“Raj is a very supportive and consultative attorney; he is very knowledgeable, helpful and customer focused.”
Lexology Client Choice Awards
“He demonstrates a very high level of professional conduct and ethics in his dealings.”
Lexology Client Choice Awards
“He is an excellent advocate and an exceptional lawyer; he is smart, articulate, hard-working and creative.”
Lexology Client Choice Awards
“He manages his relationship with his clients very well; he is prompt in responding to the client's needs.”
Lexology Client Choice Awards
“Raj is always willing to make himself available; he looks for creative solutions to tough legal problems.”
Lexology Client Choice Awards
“Raj epitomizes excellence in client service.”
Lexology Client Choice Awards
“Raj offers excellent legal advice; he is always prompt and he meets every deadline.”
Lexology Client Choice Awards
Press Release
Finnegan Partners Recognized for Commitment to Client Service Finnegan Partners Recognized for Commitment to Client Service
February 8, 2018
Press Release
Finnegan Receives Perfect Score on the 2018 Corporate Equality Index Finnegan Receives Perfect Score on the 2018 Corporate Equality Index
November 9, 2017
Media Mention
Partners' Perspective: How Employee Diversity Adds Value to Law Firms Partners' Perspective: How Employee Diversity Adds Value to Law Firms
February 2017
Washington LawyerAward/Ranking
IP Legal Era Magazine Names Finnegan Global Law Firm of the Year IP Legal Era Magazine Names Finnegan Global Law Firm of the Year
November 18, 2016
Press Release
Federal Circuit Rules in Favor of Finnegan Client InterDigital in Appeal from ITC Case Involving 3G Cellular Telephones Federal Circuit Rules in Favor of Finnegan Client InterDigital in Appeal from ITC Case Involving 3G Cellular Telephones
August 1, 2012
Media Mention
ITC to Probe Apple, HP, Others Over Wireless Patents ITC to Probe Apple, HP, Others Over Wireless Patents
June 3, 2011
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