Sailesh K. Patel
About Sailesh K. Patel
Sailesh K. Patel is a Partner and Co-Chair of the IP Litigation Group and Diversity at ArentFox Schiff, with extensive experience in patent litigation and a background in chemical and biomedical engineering.
Current Roles at ArentFox Schiff and Schiff Hardin LLP
Sailesh K. Patel serves as a Partner and Co-Chair of the IP Litigation Group and Diversity at ArentFox Schiff LP in Chicago, Illinois. He also holds the position of Partner & Co-Chair for the IP & Pharma/Biotech Practice and Chair of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Schiff Hardin LLP. These roles highlight his extensive expertise in intellectual property law and his commitment to fostering diversity and inclusion within his firms.
Professional Background and Experience
Sailesh Patel has a robust professional background in intellectual property and litigation. He previously worked at Schiff Hardin LLP from 2001 to 2013 as a Partner and as an Associate at Brinks Hofer Gilson from 1999 to 2002. Further back, he gained experience as a Chemical Engineer Co-op at AlliedSignal from 1993 to 1996 in Des Plaines, Illinois. His career demonstrates his long-standing commitment to the legal and engineering professions.
Education and Chemical Engineering Expertise
Sailesh Patel earned his Juris Doctor (JD) from Boston College Law School, where he studied from 1996 to 1999. Prior to that, he completed his Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering and Biomedical Engineering at Northwestern University between 1992 and 1996. He began his academic journey with a college preparatory program at Hersey High School, graduating in 1992. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his dual expertise in law and engineering.
Patent and Intellectual Property Litigation Leadership
Sailesh Patel has extensive experience in patent litigation, particularly in Hatch-Waxman cases involving prescription pharmaceutical drugs. He has served as lead counsel in several successful patent infringement trials. Additionally, he provides counsel on biosimilars and the Biologics Price Competition and Innovation Act (BPCIA), performing freedom-to-operate assessments and developing litigation strategies. He is also registered to practice before the United States Patent and Trademark Office.
Diversity and Leadership Initiatives
At ArentFox Schiff, Sailesh Patel chairs the Diversity Steering Committee, emphasizing his commitment to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion within the legal community. His leadership roles at both ArentFox Schiff and Schiff Hardin demonstrate his dedication to creating a more inclusive environment in the legal field.