Monte Cooper

Monte Cooper is a Senior Counsel at Goodwin Procter LLP, based in the firm's Silicon Valley office. He specializes in Intellectual Property (IP) Litigation, focusing on patent and copyright issues. His practice encompasses a wide range of complex legal matters, including trade secrets and antitrust cases, particularly within the technology sector. Cooper represents clients from Fortune 500 companies to innovative tech firms in areas such as digital communications, semiconductor technology, and software development.14

Professional Background

Before joining Goodwin Procter, Monte was of counsel at Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe, where he played a significant role in high-profile cases, including representing Facebook in litigation against Power Ventures, which resulted in a substantial judgment for Facebook.1 He has also been involved in notable appellate work that affirmed key legal principles regarding settlement enforceability.1

Contributions and Expertise

Cooper's technical acumen allows him to effectively navigate complex licensing obligations and standards essential patents (SEPs), particularly those requiring licensing on Fair, Reasonable, and Non-Discriminatory (FRAND) terms. His experience includes litigating patent infringement cases related to Power-over-Ethernet technology.14

In addition to his litigation work, Monte is actively involved in legal education and discussions around IP law, having participated as a panelist at conferences such as the Sedona Conference on Global Intellectual Property Litigation.24

Contact Information

Monte Cooper can be reached through his professional profile on LinkedIn or directly via his contact details available through Goodwin Procter.3