Matt Rizzolo

Matt Rizzolo is an experienced attorney specializing in patent law, with a focus on patent litigation, counseling, and patent licensing negotiations. Currently a partner at Ropes & Gray LLP since October 2013, Rizzolo has extensive experience in patent litigation before district courts and has also served as counsel and associate at the same firm. Prior to this, Rizzolo worked as a patent litigation attorney at Dow Lohnes PLLC and has experience as a patent law clerk and summer associate at various legal firms. Rizzolo co-founded and co-authored The Essential Patent Blog. Rizzolo's educational background includes a JD from The George Washington University Law School and a BS in Engineering & Management from Clarkson University.