Shaw Keller LLP – Wilmington, DE

Intellectual Property and Commercial Litigation Specialists

Shaw Keller LLP is a premier boutique law firm in Wilmington, Delaware, dedicated to high-stakes intellectual property and complex commercial litigation. Founded in 2011 by John Shaw and Karen Keller, the firm was built on the principle that focused expertise and strategic agility yield better results than the traditional big-law model. Located in the iconic I.M. Pei Building in downtown Wilmington, Shaw Keller has earned a national reputation for its ability to handle sophisticated patent disputes and business conflicts. If you are looking to find a lawyer who can navigate the technical complexities of patent law or the nuances of the Delaware Court of Chancery, Shaw Keller offers a team of veteran litigators who are ”challengers by nature.” Their attorneys are frequently recognized by Chambers USA and IAM Patent 1000 for their excellence in the field.

Patent and IP Litigation

The firm’s core strength lies in intellectual property litigation. They represent clients ranging from global technology giants to innovative startups in disputes involving:

• Patent Infringement: Handling cases across diverse industries such as pharmaceuticals (Hatch-Waxman), biotechnology, software, and electronics.
• Trade Secrets: Protecting proprietary business information from misappropriation and theft.
• Copyright and Trademark: Defending brands and creative works in federal court.

Shaw Keller’s attorneys are known for their deep technical understanding and their ability to simplify complex scientific concepts for judges and juries. They regularly appear in the U.S. District Court for the District of Delaware, one of the nation’s busiest patent dockets, as well as before the International Trade Commission (ITC). If you need to order a lawyer to defend your intellectual property assets, their track record of courtroom victories speaks for itself.

Complex Commercial Disputes

Beyond IP, Shaw Keller maintains a robust practice in business litigation. They handle contract disputes, fraud claims, and other commercial matters with the same rigor and strategic foresight applied to their patent cases. The firm’s size allows them to be nimble and efficient, avoiding unnecessary discovery battles while focusing on dispositive issues that win cases. Whether you are a plaintiff seeking damages or a defendant fighting a bet-the-company lawsuit, Shaw Keller provides the aggressive and intelligent representation you urgently need.