Needle & Rosenberg

Needle & Rosenberg was a premier intellectual property law firm headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, with a specialized focus on the biotechnology and life sciences industries. The firm provided comprehensive legal services, including patent prosecution, IP litigation, and technology transfer for academic institutions, startups, and established corporations. In 2008, the firm was acquired by Ballard Spahr, a national law firm, to serve as the foundation of its Intellectual Property Department. Needle & Rosenberg was notably involved in securing and defending foundational patents for significant medical innovations, such as the HIV drug emtricitabine. Its legacy continues through the expanded IP practice at Ballard Spahr.