Chambers USA has recognized FRL as a leading firm for International Trade: Intellectual Property (Section 337) in its 2026 USA Guide. In addition, Evan Langdon, partner in FRL’s D.C. office and chair of the firm’s ITC practice, is ranked in the same category for the sixth consecutive year.
In its write-up, Chambers notes that FRL has “a tremendous grasp over legal issues” and “is very tenacious.” The firm is also recognized as being “extremely detail-oriented,” bringing vast experience and technical skills to clients navigating the fast-paced proceedings of the ITC. The team handles high-profile disputes and understands the intricacies of Section 337 investigations and skillfully counsels clients from pre-institution to post-remedy enforcement before the ITC, USTR, and CBP.
Described by clients and peers as an “exceptional trial lawyer” and “a great person to work with,” Evan brings a mechanical engineering background and experience as a former USPTO patent examiner to his active ITC practice. Clients also note that Evan “provides very practical advice and is incredibly smart,” and that he “possesses excellent patent knowledge and is active in every aspect of his cases.”
FRL’s full rankings can be found here.