William J. Lenz

William J. Lenz

Patent Law

5.0 (1 reviews)
Chicago, Illinois
26+ years experience
Neal, Gerber & Eisenberg LLP
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225 W. Randolph St., Suite 2800, Chicago, IL 60606-1976
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Bio

Bill provides strategic counsel to numerous clients regarding the development, protection and monetization of sophisticated global intellectual property portfolios. His practice includes a wide array of intellectual property matters with a particular emphasis portfolio management and long-term portfolio strategy development, management of defense and enforcement actions, infringement and clearance analyses, technology agreements, licenses and transfers, and strategic guidance on significant corporate, private equity and other investment transactions that involve complex intellectual property components.He represents businesses across a broad spectrum of industries and technologies, including financial services, data and analytics, digital marketing, software, mobile device manufacturers, professional audio and consumer electronics, health care IT, and telecommunications. He serves as primary intellectual property counsel for several clients. He helps them navigate their highly competitive markets, managing extensive portfolios and licensing practices and fully leveraging their intellectual property to meet business objectives.Bill’s litigation practice focuses on the development and deployment of litigation strategy and managing litigation teams in disputes across the country from both the enforcement and defense perspectives. He counsels clients through every aspect of litigation and provides pragmatic advice in consideration of all facets of the clients’ business.Bill is a member of NGE's Sustainability Committee, which develops and oversees firm initiatives designed to reduce NGE's environmental footprint.Before starting his legal career, Bill worked as a development engineer for an international communications products manufacturer where he developed a deep understanding of the complex business and legal considerations and internal pressures his clients face every day in their operations. This practical experience enables him to take a more holistic and business-focused approach to learning his clients’ operations, anticipating and responding to critical changes in the marketplace, and developing new, multifaceted strategies to protect and leverage their intellectual property all over the world. He serves as primary intellectual property counsel for several clients. He helps them navigate their highly competitive markets, managing extensive portfolios and licensing practices and fully leveraging their intellectual property to meet business objectives. Bill’s litigation practice focuses on the development and deployment of litigation strategy and managing litigation teams in disputes across the country from both the enforcement and defense perspectives. He counsels clients through every aspect of litigation and provides pragmatic advice in consideration of all facets of the clients’ business. Bill is a member of NGE's Sustainability Committee, which develops and oversees firm initiatives designed to reduce NGE's environmental footprint. Before starting his legal career, Bill worked as a development engineer for an international communications products manufacturer where he developed a deep understanding of the complex business and legal considerations and internal pressures his clients face every day in their operations. This practical experience enables him to take a more holistic and business-focused approach to learning his clients’ operations, anticipating and responding to critical changes in the marketplace, and developing new, multifaceted strategies to protect and leverage their intellectual property all over the world.

Practice Areas

Patent Law

Awards & Recognition

  • Recognized: Patent Law
  • Practice Area: Copyright Law
  • Practice Area: Litigation - Intellectual Property

Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2022

Education

  • University of Illinois Chicago, John Marshall Law School, J.D., graduated 1999
  • University of Illinois - Chicago, B.S., graduated 1992

Reviews

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Christopher Campbell

2 weeks ago

Strategic IP Counsel for a Complex Licensing Dispute

Bill Lenz provided exceptional counsel during a high-stakes international software licensing dispute. His 26 years of experience, particularly his recognized expertise in copyright and patent law, were immediately evident. He didn't just react to the litigation; he developed a comprehensive strategy that protected our core IP portfolio while positioning us for a favorable settlement. His deep understanding of both the legal and business dimensions, honed at a firm like Neal, Gerber & Eisenberg, was invaluable. Bill is a true strategic partner who delivers results with utmost professionalism.

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