Reichman Jorgensen Lehman & Feldberg LLP (RJLF) announced the promotion of Philip Eklem to partner, effective January 1, 2026. Eklemfocuses his practice on patent litigation in U.S. district courts and the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC). This transition marks a pivotal moment in Eklem’s career and reflects the firm’s commitment to recognizing talent and fostering growth within its ranks.
With a background in mechanical engineering and extensive experience before the ITC, federal district courts, and the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). Eklem has successfully represented clients across a wide range of industries, including cloud storage, consumer electronics, medical devices, and blockchain technologies. His ability to adapt and apply technical expertise has proven essential in securing favorable outcomes.
Such recognition underscores the deep respect Eklem has earned among his peers. As noted by Christine Lehman, Managing Partner of RJLF’s D.C. office.
“Phil’s technical skills and strategic mindset in patent litigation have rendered him an invaluable member of our team. His adeptness at navigating complex cases and achieving landmark victories greatly contributes to the high standards we uphold at RJLF.”
Such recognition underscores the deep respect Eklem has earned among his peers. Eklem has been instrumental in achieving significant verdicts for clients. His notable achievements include securing a total award of $673 million for Kove IO against Amazon Web Services, one of the largest patent verdicts in recent history.
He also played a crucial role in securing $84 million in damages for Cirba against VMware and $27 million for Droplets against Yahoo, demonstratinghis effectiveness in high-stakes litigation. He holds a J.D. from Georgetown University and a B.S.E. in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Michigan.
