The Firm: The Boston office of this international, multiservice firm is known for its strength in patent litigation. The practice also offers patent portfolio development, patent prosecution, counseling and transactional services. Areas of particular focus include the life sciences field and hi-tech industries, such as telecoms and software. T-Mobile USA, MobileMedia Ideas and Viacom are counted among its distinguished client base.

Sources Say: "One of the reasons I continue to send work to them is because I can rely on them and can be confident the work will be done well and in a timely manner."

Key Individuals: Steven Bauer is a dedicated IP litigator, who practices across patent, trademark, copyright and trade secret matters. "He is a very intelligent guy with a good grasp of the technical issues that are important to us," an impressed client notes, while other market commentators mention his tenacity and fine tactical approach to matters. He recently represented MobileMedia Ideas in litigation against Apple, which was found to have infringed three of the plaintiff's patents.

Joseph Capraro is "a very responsive, thoughtful and efficient counselor," according to one happy client. His broad practice covers a range of industries and technologies, including medical devices, alternative energy, semiconductors and financial services.