Biography
Bethany Bengfort is a seasoned litigator with a proven track record of success in high-stakes intellectual property disputes. Bethany focuses on representing clients in cases involving a diverse array of technology, including everything from video games and artificial intelligence software to pharmaceuticals and medical devices.
Bethany has litigated cases before the U.S. District Courts, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit, and the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Her experience spans all phases of litigation, including pre-suit investigations, claim construction, discovery, dispositive motions, trial preparation, and appeals. In addition to her litigation expertise, Bethany provides comprehensive counseling to clients on intellectual property strategy, including pre-suit analyses of patent validity and infringement.
Bethany is known not only for her strategic insight into IP litigation but also for her ability to engage with emerging legal issues at the intersection of culture and innovation. In addition to her core patent work, she frequently speaks at legal conferences and pop culture conventions on the evolving relationship between intellectual property law and popular media—addressing topics such as copyright in fan creations, legal issues raised by popular entertainment, and the role of patents in consumer tech and gaming.
