Chernoff Vilhauer LLP - Portland, OR
Pioneering Intellectual Property Law in the Pacific Northwest
Chernoff Vilhauer LLP is a premier intellectual property law firm located in Downtown Portland, distinguished by its status as the oldest firm in Oregon dedicated exclusively to IP law. Since its founding in 1970, the firm has focused on one mission: protecting the creative and technological assets of its clients. With a team of attorneys who possess deep technical backgrounds in engineering, biotechnology, and computer science, Chernoff Vilhauer bridges the gap between complex innovation and legal protection. They serve a diverse roster of clients, from individual inventors and local startups to multinational corporations.
Comprehensive IP Strategies
The firm offers a full spectrum of intellectual property services, ensuring that every aspect of a client's portfolio is secure. Their expertise includes:
- Patent Prosecution: drafting and filing patent applications in the U.S. and coordinating international protection for cutting-edge technologies.
- Trademark and Brand Protection: assisting businesses in selecting, registering, and enforcing trademarks to build strong, recognizable brands.
- IP Litigation: Aggressively defending clients' rights in federal and state courts involving patent infringement, trade secret theft, and copyright disputes.
- Copyright and Licensing: Advising creators on copyright registration and negotiating licensing agreements to monetize their work.
Technical and Legal Excellence
What sets Chernoff Vilhauer apart is the technical fluency of its team. Many of the firm's attorneys hold advanced degrees in scientific fields and have industry experience, allowing them to understand the nuances of an invention as well as the inventors themselves. This expertise is critical when translating complex concepts into enforceable legal rights. Located in the prestigious Columbia Square building, the firm is deeply embedded in Portland's business and legal community.
Contact Chernoff Vilhauer LLP today to secure the future of your innovations.
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Location & Access
Primary Address
Located in the south end of Downtown Portland, close to the beautiful and scenic Willamette River Waterfront.
Building Location
Situated inside the prominent 15-story Columbia Square office building, a class-A commercial property built in 1981. It is located near landmarks such as the Ira Keller Fountain Park and restaurants like Morton's The Steakhouse.
Parking Details
Convenient covered on-site public parking is available within the Columbia Square parking garage, with visitor spaces located on the P1 level, alongside several nearby public surface lots.
Public Transit
Served by TriMet Route 45 (Garden Home); nearest stop is at Southwest Columbia between 5th & 4th.
Accessibility / Suite Access
Enter the main lobby of the Columbia Square building from SW Columbia Street, which features secure access and a beautiful wood and brass finish. Take the building elevators up to the 7th floor to find the offices of Chernoff Vilhauer LLP in Suite 725.