MCC Strengthens IP Litigation Practice with Addition of Accomplished Trial Attorney Shane Nichols

Renowned IP litigator, Shane Nichols, joins Meunier Carlin & Curfman LLC, further strengthening its nationally recognized intellectual property litigation practice. Shane joins as Principal, combining his decades of litigation experience with MCC’s intellectual property litigation group to serve key clients and industries throughout the country.

Joining from McDermott Will & Schulte, Shane focuses on helping clients identify the most effective strategies for resolving complex patent infringement and trade secret disputes. He serves as lead litigation and trial counsel for clients across a broad range of industries, including food and beverage, financial services, telecommunications, and medical devices. In addition to his extensive trial court experience, he has argued on behalf of clients before the U.S. Courts of Appeals for the Federal Circuit and the Eleventh Circuit.

“We are delighted to welcome Shane to the firm,” said Managing Principal, Drew Meunier. “He is a highly accomplished litigator with a reputation for handling some of the most complex IP disputes. His deep experience representing clients in patent infringement and trade secret misappropriation, along with his appellate advocacy, further bolsters our strong IP litigation practice. We are excited about the valuable experience he brings to our clients and team.”

Throughout his career, Shane has earned recognition from several of the legal profession’s most respected publications. He has been recognized by Chambers USA, The Best Lawyers in America, and IAM Patent 1000, reflecting his reputation as a trusted advocate in high-stakes IP disputes.