Gardner, Linn, Burkhart & Ondersma, LLP is an award-winning intellectual property law firm specializing in the protection, enforcement, and defense of patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets. With a distinguished reputation and a commitment to excellence, the firm stands out for its deep expertise in complex litigation and administrative proceedings, including Inter Partes Review (IPR) and other post-grant proceedings before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
The firm serves a diverse range of clients from large multinational corporations to sole proprietors and individuals, both in the United States and internationally. Emphasizing Midwest values, clear communication, and strong client relationships, Gardner Linn is consistently recognized as a Tier-1 law firm by U.S. News & World Report across all intellectual property categories and maintains the highest AV rating from Martindale-Hubbell.
Services Offered
- Patent Applications
- Trademark Applications
- Copyright Applications
- Intellectual Property Searches
- Intellectual Property Watches
- Due Diligence Reviews
- Licenses
- Assignments
- Other Agreements
- Litigation
- Administrative Proceedings
- Unfair Competition
- Trade Secret Protection
- Intellectual Property Reviews for Mergers and Acquisitions
Based in Grand Rapids, Michigan, the firm’s attorneys are frequently called upon to present on intellectual property topics and are recognized in publications such as Best Lawyers in America and Michigan Super Lawyers for their exceptional work in the field.
