James P. Savitt is a distinguished business litigation attorney and director at Fennemore, specializing in the trial and creative resolution of substantial disputes for a diverse client base, including Fortune 500 companies and major e-commerce firms. With a career spanning prestigious firms including Perkins Coie and as co-founder of a highly regarded Seattle litigation boutique, he brings exceptional expertise in intellectual property, corporate, and commercial matters, consistently recognized for his strategic approach to achieving favorable outcomes.
Jim’s practice is built on the philosophy that knowing how to win a case—through meticulous strategy development, motion practice, or trial—is the most critical skill in complex litigation. He represents clients across industries such as technology, cannabis, finance, and healthcare, focusing on dispute prevention and assertive advocacy. His extensive experience includes high-stakes trade secret, patent, securities, and contractual disputes, often securing dismissals, injunctions, and multimillion-dollar judgments on behalf of his clients.
Services Offered
- Business Litigation
- Intellectual Property Litigation
- Trade Secret Misappropriation Defense and Prosecution
- Patent Infringement Litigation
- Trademark Enforcement and Infringement Defense
- Corporate and Commercial Dispute Resolution
- Securities Litigation and Class Action Defense
- Breach of Contract and Fiduciary Duty Claims
- Cannabis Business Legal Guidance
- Employment Agreement and Non-Compete Disputes
- Shareholder Oppression and Corporate Governance Disputes
- Consumer Protection Act Violation Claims
- Internal and Government Investigations
- Alternative Dispute Resolution and Settlement Negotiation
Admitted to practice in Washington, the U.S. Supreme Court, multiple federal circuit and district courts, Jim has been consistently honored by Best Lawyers, Super Lawyers, and Chambers USA. His leadership roles include former Chairperson of the Pike Place Market Preservation & Development Authority and past President of the Federal Bar Association for the Western District of Washington.
