Benjamin T. Horton protects as well as enforces the intellectual property rights of his clients in all phases of complex litigation.  From the complaint through trial, Mr. Horton demonstrates creativity and determination through polished writing and persuasive courtroom presentation.  In addition to his legal experience, Mr. Horton is trained in electrical engineering and for years worked with automotive companies and semiconductor manufacturers.  His legal and technical knowledge enable him to formulate winning strategies for his clients in technologies ranging from networking and explosives to wireless components and power distribution equipment.

Recent Client Work

  • With over $30 million at stake in a patent infringement action between HDTV component manufacturing rivals, secured non-infringement jury verdict for the defendant after a three week trial.

  • Achieved favorable disposition in defense of global manufacturer by defeating plaintiff in the claim construction phase of patent infringement action involving arc fault circuit interrupters.

  • Successfully represented manufacturer of networked air quality monitoring systems in patent infringement litigation through appeal to the Federal Circuit.

Detailed Biography

Representative Experience

Mr. Horton’s cases involve diverse industries across a wide range of technologies, including these other matters:

  • Defending patent litigation regarding cellular data packet alarm technology with multiple defendants.
  • Representing global manufacturer in international case concerning power meters.   This patent and antitrust litigation involves fifteen U.S. patents spanning multiple countries and hundreds of products.
  • Representing author and film producer in contract and bankruptcy dispute.
  • Secured non-infringement jury verdict after successful trial defense regarding infringement of multiple copyrights.
  • Secured a favorable ruling and damages award for plaintiff in arbitration involving contract dispute and fraud.
  • Represented global manufacturer of electronically timed construction explosives in patent infringement litigation against multiple competitors in multiple jurisdictions.
  • Achieved favorable dismissal of patent infringement action in defense of overseas manufacturer of wireless tracking devices.

  • Represented child safety seat manufacturer in patent infringement dispute, obtained favorable settlement conditions by leveraging witness deposition testimony and aggressive motion practice.

Background and Credentials

Mr. Horton specialized in microwave circuit design and antennas as an undergraduate in electrical engineering at the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor.  He went on to work for Panasonic Semiconductor as a field applications engineer assisting in the design of automotive, cell phone, and display technology components.  He also worked for Motorola Semiconductor as a co-op field applications engineer working with Ford Motor Company and DaimlerChrysler Corporation.

Mr. Horton was selected for inclusion in the 2012 Illinois Rising Stars® list, featuring outstanding young attorneys in the state.

Mr. Horton received his J.D. from DePaul University College of Law and his B.S.E. in Electrical Engineering from the University of Michigan, with honors.

Community and Professional Involvement

  • Institute for Electrical and Electronics Engineers
  • Intellectual Property Law Association of Chicago – Judicial Appointments Committee
  • Lawyers for the Creative Arts – Pro Bono Representation
  • The Richard Linn American Inn of Court
  • DePaul University College of Law – Career Advisory Board

Short Biography

Education

  • DePaul University College of Law, J.D.
  • University of Michigan, B.S., Electrical Engineering, with honors

Practices

Industries

Admissions

  • Illinois
  • U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois, Trial Bar
  • U.S. Court of Appeals, Federal Circuit
  • Admitted to practice pro hac vice in various district courts throughout the U.S.

Memberships

  • American Bar Association (ABA)

  • Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE)

  • Intellectual Property Law Association of Chicago (IPLAC)

  • The Richard Linn American Inn of Court

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Benjamin T. Horton protects as well as enforces the intellectual property rights of his clients in all phases of complex litigation.  From the complaint through trial, Mr. Horton demonstrates creativity and determination through polished writing and persuasive courtroom presentation.  In addition to his legal experience, Mr. Horton is trained in electrical engineering and for years worked with automotive companies and semiconductor manufacturers.  His legal and technical knowledge enable him to formulate winning strategies for his clients in technologies ranging from networking and explosives to wireless components and power distribution equipment.

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Benjamin T. Horton

Benjamin T. Horton

Recent Client Work

  • With over $30 million at stake in a patent infringement action between HDTV component manufacturing rivals, secured non-infringement jury verdict for the defendant after a three week trial.

  • Achieved favorable disposition in defense of global manufacturer by defeating plaintiff in the claim construction phase of patent infringement action involving arc fault circuit interrupters.

  • Successfully represented manufacturer of networked air quality monitoring systems in patent infringement litigation through appeal to the Federal Circuit.

Detailed Biography

Representative Experience

Mr. Horton’s cases involve diverse industries across a wide range of technologies, including these other matters:

  • Defending patent litigation regarding cellular data packet alarm technology with multiple defendants.
  • Representing global manufacturer in international case concerning power meters.   This patent and antitrust litigation involves fifteen U.S. patents spanning multiple countries and hundreds of products.
  • Representing author and film producer in contract and bankruptcy dispute.
  • Secured non-infringement jury verdict after successful trial defense regarding infringement of multiple copyrights.
  • Secured a favorable ruling and damages award for plaintiff in arbitration involving contract dispute and fraud.
  • Represented global manufacturer of electronically timed construction explosives in patent infringement litigation against multiple competitors in multiple jurisdictions.
  • Achieved favorable dismissal of patent infringement action in defense of overseas manufacturer of wireless tracking devices.

  • Represented child safety seat manufacturer in patent infringement dispute, obtained favorable settlement conditions by leveraging witness deposition testimony and aggressive motion practice.

Background and Credentials

Mr. Horton specialized in microwave circuit design and antennas as an undergraduate in electrical engineering at the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor.  He went on to work for Panasonic Semiconductor as a field applications engineer assisting in the design of automotive, cell phone, and display technology components.  He also worked for Motorola Semiconductor as a co-op field applications engineer working with Ford Motor Company and DaimlerChrysler Corporation.

Mr. Horton was selected for inclusion in the 2012 Illinois Rising Stars® list, featuring outstanding young attorneys in the state.

Mr. Horton received his J.D. from DePaul University College of Law and his B.S.E. in Electrical Engineering from the University of Michigan, with honors.

Community and Professional Involvement

  • Institute for Electrical and Electronics Engineers
  • Intellectual Property Law Association of Chicago – Judicial Appointments Committee
  • Lawyers for the Creative Arts – Pro Bono Representation
  • The Richard Linn American Inn of Court
  • DePaul University College of Law – Career Advisory Board

Short Biography

Benjamin T. Horton

Education

  • DePaul University College of Law, J.D.
  • University of Michigan, B.S., Electrical Engineering, with honors

Practices

Industries

Admissions

  • Illinois
  • U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois, Trial Bar
  • U.S. Court of Appeals, Federal Circuit
  • Admitted to practice pro hac vice in various district courts throughout the U.S.

Memberships

  • American Bar Association (ABA)

  • Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE)

  • Intellectual Property Law Association of Chicago (IPLAC)

  • The Richard Linn American Inn of Court

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