AIPLA names Knobbe Martens partner as president
The American Intellectual Property Law Association (AIPLA) has elected Joseph Re, a partner at Knobbe Martens, as its 2020-21 president.
He succeeds Barbara Fiacco, outgoing president and Foley Hoag partner.
"I am honoured to pass the gavel to Joe. He has been an active leader in the IP community, and an engaged and valued contributor to the Association for many years. Joe has already made important contributions to AIPLA’s policy efforts and our community as a whole,” said Fiacco.
Re is the first Knobbe Martens lawyer to lead AIPLA since founding partner Don Martens served as the organisation’s president in 1995-96.
Trial and appellate attorney Re has handled technology cases for more than 30 years. He secured a $466 million jury verdict for long standing client Masimo in a patent dispute against Philips Electronics North America. The parties subsequently settled the litigation.
“The AIPLA is a very special organisation, and its members are what make it so great. Our staff, leadership and members faced the challenges of the global pandemic head on. Our quick response, under the leadership of my predecessor Barbara Fiacco, has kept the AIPLA strong and active during trying times,” said Re.
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