One of the nation's foremost trial lawyers in patent, trade secret, trademark, and copyright litigation — delivering landmark results for over four decades.
Edward G. Poplawski is a nationally recognized trial attorney whose practice centers on intellectual property litigation of the highest complexity and consequence. With more than four decades of experience, he has guided Fortune 100 corporations, Silicon Valley innovators, and leading academic institutions through bet-the-company patent, trade secret, trademark, and copyright disputes — in both jury trials and on appeal.
His landmark representation of Cornell University resulted in a $184.1 million jury award against Hewlett-Packard, earning him the prestigious Daily Journal "California Lawyer Attorneys of the Year (CLAY)" award for IP litigation in 2009. His work for Etex Corporation secured an $81 million damages verdict plus attorneys' fees against Medtronic.
"Brilliant in the courtroom, and conducts himself with integrity at all times. A superb advocate, both in the courtroom and in negotiations."
— Client, as quoted in Chambers USALeading legal directories — including Chambers USA, The Best Lawyers in America®, The Legal 500 U.S., and IAM Patent 1000 — consistently recognize Edward as "a superstar" who earns "the trust of the court and jury" through intelligence and uncompromising commitment.
Edward LLP brings unparalleled depth across all facets of intellectual property litigation. Whether pursuing or defending high-stakes patent infringement claims, protecting trade secrets, or enforcing trademark and copyright rights, the firm delivers decisive results grounded in strategic precision and trial-tested advocacy.
Comprehensive representation in complex patent infringement matters across technology sectors — from semiconductor and software patents to biomedical innovations — in federal courts nationwide and before the Federal Circuit.
Aggressive protection and defense of proprietary information and trade secrets through injunctive relief, damages actions, and appellate advocacy, safeguarding your most critical competitive assets.
Full-spectrum litigation services for trademark infringement, brand protection, copyright disputes, and licensing matters — defending and enforcing IP rights for clients from Silicon Valley to the Fortune 100.
Strategic representation in antitrust matters intersecting with intellectual property, including abuse of dominant position, standard-essential patent disputes, and complex multi-district litigation.
Expert counsel on patent strategy, freedom-to-operate analyses, validity opinions, and portfolio management before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
Appellate advocacy before the Federal Circuit, Ninth Circuit, Fifth Circuit, Eighth Circuit, and U.S. Supreme Court — reversing adverse verdicts and cementing favorable ones.
Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® 2026 for Litigation – Intellectual Property, Litigation – Patent, and Patent Law. Continuously recognized since 2007 — nearly two decades of consistent peer-review recognition.
Named "Lawyer of the Year" in Patent Law for the Los Angeles metropolitan area by Best Lawyers — an honor awarded to only a single outstanding attorney per practice area per region.
Awarded the Daily Journal's prestigious CLAY Award for IP Litigation, recognizing his lead trial counsel role in the landmark Cornell University v. Hewlett-Packard case.
Consistently recognized by all major legal ranking publications as a leading trial lawyer and "a superstar" in intellectual property — praised for intelligence, integrity, and effectiveness in high-stakes courtroom settings.
Edward LLP handles matters of the highest complexity and consequence. If you are facing a significant intellectual property dispute or require strategic IP counsel, we invite you to reach out directly for a confidential consultation.
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