Introduction
Makenzi is an intellectual property litigator who represents innovative companies in high-stakes disputes.
Makenzi Galvan represents clients in patent litigation and other complex IP disputes before U.S. district courts, the U.S. International Trade Commission, and the Patent Trial and Appeal Board. Makenzi's practice spans a broad range of technologies and industries, including semiconductors, software, pharmaceuticals, chemical processes, and consumer electronics.
Makenzi manages all phases of IP litigation, from pre-suit investigations through trial and appeal. She works closely with clients to develop winning case strategies, manage fact and expert discovery within constrained budgets, prepare and defend depositions, brief dispositive and procedural motions, and present at trials.
Before joining the firm, Makenzi served as a law clerk to the Honorable Michael T. Liburdi and the Honorable James A. Teilborg of the U.S. District Court for the District of Arizona, where she gained experience across a wide range of complex civil matters, including IP disputes, Markman proceedings, and significant discovery issues. Makenzi also maintains an active pro bono practice, representing clients in civil rights matters.
Areas of focus
Education & credentials
- University of Colorado Law School, J.D., 2019
- Northern Arizona University, B.S., Chemistry, 2015
- Arizona
- California
- U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
- U.S. District Court for the District of Arizona
- U.S. District Court for the Central District of California
- U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California
- Baker Botts L.L.P., San Francisco, CA, Associate, 2019-2021
- Hon. Michael T. Liburdi, U.S. District Court for the District of Arizona
- Hon. James A. Teilborg, U.S. District Court for the District of Arizona