Christy Lea

(LAUREL HUNGERFORD)

Partner
Knobbe Martens

Christy Lea, a litigation partner at Knobbe Martens, is a prominent figure in resolving high-stakes patent and trade secret disputes. With over two decades of experience, she represents clients in the medical device and pharmaceutical industries. She is skilled in explaining complex technologies to judges and juries, making intricate information easily comprehensible. Lea’s expertise in patent litigation is exemplified by her role as lead counsel in numerous inter partes reviews. In recent high-profile cases, she secured significant victories for clients, including defending Pavemetrics Systems and securing the dismissal of patent infringement theories for Edwards Lifesciences. Beyond her legal work, she actively contributes to the firm’s Pro Bono and Diversity committees and promotes women in IP through the American Intellectual Property Law Association. Also, Lea is deeply committed to charity work, serving on boards and volunteering for various causes. Additionally, she is a sought-after speaker on patent enforcement and related topics, adding to her influential presence in the legal community.