Perkins Coie appoints Brian Kinnear

Law firm Perkins Coie has hired Brian Kinnear as a partner in its Denver IP practice.

Joining from Holland & Hart LLP, Kinnear specialises in patent prosecution, counselling and litigation. He advises both start-ups and Fortune 100 companies, managing patent portfolios in the US and abroad.

Earlier in his career, Kinnear worked as an engineer for the US Department of Defense and for ABB Impell Corporation.

“We are thrilled to welcome Brian to the firm, where his dual background in engineering and the law will be invaluable to our clients as they navigate complex IP issues,” said Len MacPhee, managing partner of Perkins Coie’s Denver office.

“His technical experience in a wide range of industries, from biomedical devices to sporting equipment, is a terrific complement to the interdisciplinary approach of our IP practice,” he added.

Founded in 1912, Perkins Coie has more than 900 lawyers in 19 offices across the US and Asia.