Paul, Weiss Appoints Liz Stotland Weiswasser and Anish R. Desai as Partners in Litigation Department in New York.

Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP has announced the appointment of Elizabeth “Liz” Stotland Weiswasser and Anish R. Desai as partners in its Litigation Department, based in New York. Liz will also serve as co-chair of the department. Both are nationally recognized for their expertise in representing clients in the life sciences and technology sectors, particularly in complex commercial disputes.

“We are delighted to welcome Liz and Anish, two of the most accomplished and respected litigators in the country with a proven track record in high-stakes disputes, particularly in the life sciences, healthcare, and technology industries,” said Paul, Weiss Chairman Brad S. Karp. “Their broad-ranging litigation experience and strategic counsel will further bolster our litigation capabilities and benefit our clients seeking sophisticated solutions to their most challenging business issues.”

Liz Stotland Weiswasser: A Leader in Life Sciences and Commercial Litigation

Liz Stotland Weiswasser is a prominent litigator and advisor, renowned for her work in the life sciences sector and her leadership in significant competitor disputes. She has acted as lead counsel in patent and related litigation, focusing on biopharma technologies such as biologics, small molecules, formulations, and drug delivery systems. Liz also advises on transactional issues within the life sciences industries, drawing from her deep technical background in biochemistry and molecular biology.

She has received numerous accolades, including being named “IP Litigator of the Year” by Benchmark Litigation, “New York Litigator of the Year” by Managing Intellectual Property, and “Life Sciences Litigator of the Year” by Euromoney. Liz has been recognized as one of the 10 “Most Innovative Legal Practitioners” in North America by the Financial Times and a “Notable Woman in Law” by Crain’s New York Business. She is consistently ranked in Chambers USA and Chambers Global for her work in Intellectual Property, Patent, and Life Sciences. Liz holds a B.A. in biochemistry and molecular biology from Northwestern University, a J.D. from The University of Chicago Law School, and pursued graduate studies in molecular biology at Princeton University.

Anish R. Desai: Expertise in Life Sciences and Technology Disputes

Anish R. Desai is a highly regarded first-chair trial attorney with significant experience managing intricate competitor disputes in the life sciences and technology sectors. He has led numerous high-profile cases in federal courts, the U.S. International Trade Commission, and arbitration. Anish has been involved in over 100 inter partes review cases before the Patent Trial and Appeal Board and has argued several appeals before the Federal Circuit. His work spans diverse technologies, including biopharmaceuticals, medical devices, aerospace, renewable energy, speech recognition, and semiconductors.

Anish is recognized by Chambers USA, The Legal 500, IAM Patent 1000, and LMG Life Sciences for his expertise in patent litigation. He holds a B.S. in computer engineering from Boston University and a J.D. from Georgetown University Law Center.

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