Russell E. Levine

Litigation - Intellectual Property

3.0 (1 reviews)

Chicago, Illinois

39+ years experience

Kirkland & Ellis LLP

Updated: Jan 03, 2026

Contact Information

312-862-2000

https://www.kirkland.com/lawyers/l/levine-russell-e-pc

333 West Wolf Point Plaza, Chicago, IL 60654

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Bio

Russell is a Partner at Kirkland & Ellis LLP where he has spent his entire 36+ year career. He focuses his trial, appellate and alternative dispute resolution practice on patent infringement matters and disputes involving and related to technology transfer and patent license agreements. His trial practice includes jury trials, arbitrations and Section 337 proceedings before the U.S. International Trade Commission. His appellate practice concentrates on appeals in the Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit. His technology transfer and licensing practice includes structuring and negotiating both licensing-in and licensing-out transactions.

Local Legal Snapshot

Jurisdiction

Illinois

State Capital

Springfield

Highest Court

Illinois Supreme Court

Bar Association

Illinois State Bar Association

Typical Consultation

$150-$300

Typical Hourly Range

$250-$450/hr

Fee Model Notes

Hourly or flat-fee billing is common.

Estimates vary by market, complexity, urgency, and attorney experience.

Practice Areas

Litigation - Intellectual Property

Awards & Recognition

Lawyer of the Year: Patent Law, Chicago (2018)
Lawyer of the Year: Patent Law, Chicago (2016)
Recognized: Litigation - Intellectual Property
Recognized: Litigation - Patent
Recognized: Patent Law
Special Focus: Alternative Dispute Resolution
Special Focus: Appellate
Special Focus: ITC Investigations
Special Focus: Licensing
Special Focus: Litigation
Special Focus: Patent

Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2008

Education

University of Chicago, J.D., graduated 1986

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Reviews

Brandon Reed

3 months ago

Skilled patent litigator, but communication was inconsistent

Russell Levine handled a complex patent infringement dispute for our tech firm. His deep experience, including his recognition as Lawyer of the Year in Patent Law, was evident in his strategic approach to the case. His knowledge of the courtroom and the intricacies of IP law from his decades at Kirkland & Ellis is undeniable, and we achieved a reasonable settlement. However, for a matter of this significance, we sometimes experienced delays in receiving updates or responses to our inquiries. While his legal acumen is top-tier, the overall client service and proactive communication felt more transactional than expected given his stature and the firm's reputation.