New IP partner joins firm
Baker Botts LLP has announced that Mark Heaney has joined the firm’s London office as a partner in the intellectual property group.
“We are delighted that Mark is joining us as we continue the growth of our London office in 2015,” says Baker Botts managing partner Andrew M. Baker. “Adding an IP lawyer of his caliber is a natural extension of our strength as a market-leading telecommunications and computer science practice in the US," added Mr. Baker.
Mark joins the firm from Bird & Bird, where he was a partner in the intellectual property group, and served as head of the International electronics sector group. He specialises in contentious matters and his practice covers a broad range of intellectual property work with a focus on patents, copyright and related rights.
“Mark is a terrific addition, with a well-earned reputation for creatively helping companies protect, manage and monetize their IP assets,” said Bart Showalter, firmwide chair of the intellectual property department of Baker Botts. “His wide-ranging experience with a variety of advanced technologies and strong track record of successes defending patent and copyright cases position him as a key resource to our clients across a broad spectrum of industries.”
"As our IP practice expands, it will look for the kind of experience and know-how that Mark brings to the table. His abilities are a great fit for the practice and firm, and will allow us to expand our services in a strategic way around the globe,” said Steven Wardlaw, partner-in-charge of Baker Botts’ London office.
