Roberto Arbulu

Strategic, sharp IP litigation counsel to achieve business goals

Roberto Arbulu counsels clients through complex intellectual property (IP) litigation issues related to patents and trademarks. He uses his chemistry and biochemistry background to form a deep understanding of his clients' technologies. Roberto has worked with a diverse range of clients from startups to large national and multinational corporations, assisting in patent prosecution, litigation and licensing agreements. His experience spans a wide array of industries, including:

• Pharmaceuticals
• Diagnostics
• Research tools
• Medical devices

Prior to joining Quarles, Roberto served as legal counsel for a biotechnology company where, among other responsibilities, he provided legal guidance to leadership regarding issues in day-to-day business operations, and prepared and prosecuted patent applications directed to biosensor and digital microfluidic technologies. Roberto’s high-level experience working in-house enables him to provide informed counsel to his clients that is guided by an understanding of what they need to achieve their goals.

• Provides patent, trademark and copyright counseling and generating opinions regarding noninfringement and freedom-to-operate. Roberto also counsels clients on IP strategy, including portfolio management, development and assessment of third-party rights.
• Provides patent litigation in federal court, including formulating litigation strategies, litigation team management, drafting briefs and handling discovery, court appearances and working with experts.