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Robert Leighton is a Principal in the firm’s Intellectual Property and Litigation groups. He represents clients in a wide-range of intellectual property issues, with a focus on patent and trademark litigation. Robert has substantial experience in all phases of litigation and arbitration, including trial. He also handles matters before the Patent Trial and Appeal Board, and is registered to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.&nbsp;

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In addition to litigating, Robert assists clients in obtaining and maintaining their worldwide trademark and service mark portfolios. He also assists clients in negotiating and documenting business transactions involving intellectual property, including licenses and assignments. Robert also frequently advises clients on issues relating to data privacy and security.&nbsp;

Robert has handled cases involving wireless devices, telecommunications, encryption, fiber optics, medical devices, biotechnology and nutritional technology, among others. 

Illinois Leading Lawyers recognized him as an <em>Emerging Lawyer</em> in Intellectual Property and Copyright &amp; Trademark Law in 2022 and 2023.

Robert has taught at Loyola University Chicago School of Law as an adjunct professor of Intellectual Property Appellate Advocacy.&nbsp;&nbsp;

He joined Goldberg Kohn in May 2016 and is Vice-Chair of the firm's Technology Committee, and a member of the Recruiting and Business Development committees.&nbsp;&nbsp;

While attending Loyola University Chicago School of Law, Robert was an Editor of the <em>Loyola Law Journal</em>.&nbsp;

Robert D. Leighton

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