John E. Flaherty, Esq.

About

With over three decades of legal practice, this neutral has focused extensively on complex intellectual property litigation. His background includes serving as a lead trial lawyer in high-stakes patent disputes, particularly within the life sciences and pharmaceutical sectors. He has handled numerous cases involving the Hatch-Waxman Act, biotechnology, and medical devices, as well as matters concerning trade secrets and commercial contracts.

Practice Areas

Business & Commercial Healthcare & Life Sciences Intellectual Property

Professional Experience

Neutral

JAMS

Partner

McCarter & English

LLP

Partner

Gibbons P.C.

Associate

Fitzpatrick

Cella

Harper & Scinto

Publications Leadership

Frequent speaker on pharmaceutical patent litigation and Hatch-Waxman topics
Author of various articles concerning intellectual property law developments
Former Chair of the Intellectual Property Law Section of the New Jersey State Bar Association

Positioning Takeaways

This neutral is established as a specialist in life sciences and pharmaceutical patent disputes, leveraging a deep understanding of both the scientific and legal frameworks of the Hatch-Waxman Act.

License & Certifications

Admitted to Bar
New Jersey
Admitted to Bar
New York
Admitted to practice
U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO)
Admitted to practice
U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit
Admitted to practice
U.S. Supreme Court

Education

J.D.

Seton Hall University School of Law

B.S. in Biology

Fairfield University

Distinction

Extensive technical background in biology combined with decades of experience in pharmaceutical and life sciences patent litigation.

Reputation

He is regarded by legal professionals as a highly knowledgeable and effective neutral in the field of intellectual property, noted for his ability to navigate the technical and legal complexities of life sciences disputes.

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