Robert O'Keefe | Mediator & IP Attorney
Robert O'Keefe
Mediator & IP Attorney
About
Robert O'Keefe
Robert, an accomplished Intellectual Property lawyer since 1990, brings a wealth of expertise across a diverse spectrum of legal arenas. As a lawyer, he has a broad range of experience including IP litigation, patent, trademark, copyright, trade secrets, contract negotiation, due diligence, licensing, global patent prosecution including pre- and post- grant opposition proceedings, and opinions of counsel including freedom to practice analyses. He has been a testifying witness for patent infringement and validity. His clientele spans the spectrum, from startups to Fortune 100 companies, operating across diverse industries and cutting-edge technologies including chemical, polymers, catalysts, specialty products, oil and gas, medical, biologics, semiconductors, biotechnology, computers, software, and consumer products.
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Robert has served as a neutral party in numerous Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) cases. His services encompass mediation, arbitration, neutral evaluation, assisting in negotiation of complex agreements, and acting as a court-appointed neutral. Leveraging his multifaceted expertise, Robert is dedicated to providing superior assistance in conflict resolution.
Mediation
Helping You Achieve Cost-Effective Resolution
Robert adopts an attentive, engaged approach to mediation, prioritizing active listening as well as a thorough exploration of key facts and legal positions. In this regard, he meticulously delves into case specifics and tests positions to help the parties evaluate their cases. Robert uses a flexible approach to mediation, depending on the case and circumstances, to facilitate discussion between parties and assist the parties in evaluating their positions to reach resolution. He strives to increase the knowledge of the lawyers and decision makers as to the strengths and weaknesses of their positions, risks, future costs, and other factors. This knowledge can lead to parties reevaluating their cases to reach an improved settlement decision.
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Robert conducts mediations both in-person and virtually for half-day, full-day, and multi-day sessions.