Biotechnology

Sterne Kessler is a pioneer in the protection and enforcement of biotechnology IP, including biopharmaceuticals, industrial biotechnology, and biosimilars.

Sterne Kessler’s biotechnology practice was established just as the biotech revolution was beginning. Today, our practice is as diverse as the industry itself. We counsel clients worldwide on IP strategy across major applications of biotechnology—medicine and healthcare, agricultural processes, non-food and industrial processes, and environmental uses. Clients trust Sterne Kessler throughout the product lifecycle to help them navigate the opportunities and challenges unique to the industry.

  • Biopharmaceuticals
    Sterne Kessler’s biopharmaceuticals team works with biologic drug companies to develop, enforce, and defend patent portfolios.
  • Biosimilars
    We help companies navigate the substantial opportunities and challenges associated with the launch of new biosimilar drugs.
  • Therapeutic Antibodies
    We carefully manage intellectual property (IP) issues for therapeutic antibody innovators, ensuring they navigate development hurdles and achieve ambitious financial objectives.
  • Industrial & Agricultural Biotech
    Sterne Kessler has developed landmark patents and won seminar disputes in the industrial and agricultural biotechnology industry.

Leadership

Firm News

February 6, 2026

Sterne Kessler Recognized as a Top Patent Firm by Juristat

Sterne, Kessler, Goldstein & Fox

Speaking Engagement

January 21, 2026 12:00 AM – 12:00 AM PST

Pharma & Biotech Patent Litigation Conference

Firm News

November 10, 2025

Sterne Kessler Recognized in the 2026 Best Law Firms Rankings

Sterne, Kessler, Goldstein & Fox

Articles

October 22, 2025

Obviousness-Type Double Patenting

Sterne, Kessler, Goldstein & Fox

Articles

October 22, 2025

Small Entity Status for Life Sciences Companies — Determining Number of Employees

Sterne, Kessler, Goldstein & Fox

Articles

October 22, 2025

Trademark Strategies for Life Sciences Companies

Sterne, Kessler, Goldstein & Fox