Brinks Gilson & Lione elects president
Brinks Gilson & Lione has elected a patent litigator as president of the IP law firm, which has 140 lawyers.
Gustavo Siller, who was appointed for a four-year term, succeeds James Sobieraj, who served since 2011.
Siller has nearly 30 years of experience as a patent litigator and counsellor, focusing on developing successful IP portfolios and defending clients in court.
His focuses his practice on a range of industries, including telecoms, electrical and mechanical engineering, medical devices, and semiconductor technology.
“It is an exciting time for our firm as we continue to adapt and change in an increasingly competitive environment,” said Siller.
He added: “I’m confident our status as a premier and highly sought-after trusted legal partner will pave the way for success as we solve the most complex business challenges our clients will face in the years ahead.”
According to Brinks Gilson & Lione, Siller played a pivotal role in the successful opening of an office in Shenzhen, China.
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