ROYAL OAK, Michigan – Brooks Kushman is pleased to announce that Shareholders John Rondini and Christopher Smith have been elected by their peers to serve as the firm’s new Co-Chairs of Litigation. Rondini joined the firm in 2006 and Smith in 2010, both have been critical members of the team since then.
“I’m honored to step into this leadership role and look forward to driving the growth of our litigation team into new and dynamic practice areas. By expanding our expertise, we can continue to meet the evolving needs of our clients and position Brooks Kushman as a leader in innovative legal solutions,” says John Rondini, Co-Chair of Litigation.
John is a multi-faceted attorney with extensive knowledge in litigation, negotiating settlements, and licensing agreements. His experience includes assessing a client’s current cybersecurity and data privacy protocols and developing a comprehensive incident response plan to ensure compliance with applicable laws. John’s practice includes representing clients in patent prosecution, litigation, and cyber security and data privacy matters. He has represented client’s litigation matters at the district court and appellate level, as well as, before the International Trade Commission, and has actively managed each stage of litigation from pre-suit pleadings through trial, and through appeal. John has also managed the patent prosecution docket for clients that range from Fortune 500 companies to individual inventors. His prosecution experience includes handling a patent application from an initial draft through allowance.
“It’s a privilege to lead a team of such talented litigators. I’m dedicated to mentoring and training the next generation of attorneys, ensuring that we not only deliver exceptional results for our clients but also cultivate a legacy of excellence and leadership within our firm,” says Christopher Smith, Co-Chair Litigation.
Christopher Smith is a highly accomplished intellectual property attorney specializing in patent litigation, IP counseling, licensing, and patent and trademark prosecution. With extensive experience representing clients across industries including automotive, medical devices, internet technologies, and telecommunications, Chris brings technical expertise and strategic insight to his practice. In 2024, he was honored with the prestigious Law360 MVP Award, an accolade given to only six IP attorneys nationwide, recognizing his exceptional influence in the field. A registered patent attorney, Chris combines his litigation acumen with a strong background in patent prosecution, enabling him to deliver winning strategies for Fortune 500 companies and startups alike.
About Brooks Kushman P.C.
Founded in 1983, Brooks Kushman P.C. has built a national reputation as a premier intellectual property and technology law firm. We accomplish this with the understanding that the most effective IP solutions come from putting great minds together – our clients and our own. With offices across the country, we forge strong relationships with corporations, small to medium-sized businesses, and leading universities across the country.
Brooks Kushman counts a number of Fortune 100 Corporations across a variety of industries among its clients. Our attorneys have a deep understanding and broad range of experience in a variety of industries and technologies, including consumer electronics, manufacturing, medical device, computer technology, aerospace, chemicals, biotechnology, and retail. We are also recognized by leading legal publications and rankings, including, Best Lawyers, Law360, Intellectual Asset Management, Managing Intellectual Property, and World Trademark Review. For more information, please visit www.BrooksKushman.com.
