About Scott

Scott Talbot is an accomplished patent senior counsel focused on counseling innovative clients on intellectual property issues, particularly on patent-related matters. His experience spans all aspects of patent law, including patent procurement, licensing, enforcement, transactional support, and technology transfers.

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My passion for innovation informs my approach to protecting and monetizing my clients’ technologies.

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Experience

  • Tendyne Holdings Acquired by Abbott

    • Tendyne Holdings Acquired by Abbott

    January 13, 2022

    Cooley advised Tendyne in the development of its patent portfolio and in defending IP diligence in its $250M acquisition by global healthcare company Abbott. Tendyne’s bioprosthetic mitral valve system can provide treatment for mitral valve disease without the need for open heart surgery.

    "The Tendyne acquisition broadens Abbott's foundation as a leader in treatments for mitral valve disease, which is highly complex and requires multiple treatment options," said John M. Capek, PhD, executive vice president, Ventures, Abbott.

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    Senior Counsel, Reston

  • Harpoon Medical Acquired by Edwards Lifesciences

    • Harpoon Medical Acquired by Edwards Lifesciences

    Cooley advised Harpoon Medical in the development of its patent portfolio and in defending IP diligence in its $100M acquisition by Edwards Lifesciences, a leader in medical innovations for structural heart disease. Harpoon’s device is a less invasive alternative for mitral valve repair, designed to shorten the duration of the procedure and recovery period.

    "We believe the addition of Harpoon Medical's technology and talented team will enable even more opportunities to help patients with degenerative mitral regurgitation," said Bernard Zovighian, Edwards' corporate vice president, surgical heart valve therapy.

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    Scott Talbot
    Senior Counsel, Reston

  • Tusker Medical Acquired by Smith and Nephew

    • Tusker Medical Acquired by Smith and Nephew

    Cooley advised Tusker Medical in the development of its patent portfolio and in defending IP diligence in its acquisition by Smith & Nephew. Tusker Medical’s Tula System, an in-office ear tube delivery system to treat recurrent or persistent ear infections, is helpful in treating children and removing the risk of general anesthesia for patients. With the acquisition of Tusker Medical, Smith & Nephew is looking forward to broaden the launch of Tula to improve quality of life for children who suffer from ear infections.

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    Scott Talbot
    Senior Counsel, Reston

  • PureWick Acquired by CR Bard

    • PureWick Acquired by CR Bard

    Cooley advised PureWick in the development of its patent portfolio and in defending IP diligence in its $30M acquisition by CR Bard. The PureWick system is an innovating option to managing female urinary incontinence, and is used in over 2,000 hospitals and rehab facilities as well as at home.

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    Scott Talbot
    Senior Counsel, Reston

  • Farapulse Acquired by Boston Scientific

    • Farapulse Acquired by Boston Scientific

    Cooley advised Farapulse in the development of its patent portfolio and in defending IP diligence in its $295M acquisition by Boston Scientific. Farapulse’s Pulsed Field Ablation (“PFA”) system is a novel, non-thermal method for cardiac ablation that is fundamentally different from traditional modalities.

    Boston Scientific rhythm management and global health policy senior vice-president and chief medical officer Kenneth Stein said, “The emerging field of PFA has the potential to alter the future of ablation therapy and has shown the promise of improvements in both safety of cardiac ablations for patients and efficiency and ease-of-use of these procedures for physicians. The FARAPULSE PFA System is intended to enable physicians to precisely ablate cardiac tissue while minimizing procedural complications, and real-world and clinical evidence from trials throughout Europe have demonstrated encouraging, positive results.”

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    Scott Talbot
    Senior Counsel, Reston
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Admissions and credentials

  • District of Columbia
  • Registered to practice before the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO)
  • Virginia

Rankings and accolades

Chambers USA: Intellectual Property – Virginia: Northern (2021 – 2025)

Fellows of the American Bar Foundation: Elected Member

IAM Patent 1000: Leading Patent Professional

The Legal 500: Top Lawyer for Patent Prosecution

Managing IP: IP Star

He understands the landscape of our industry and what we want as a company, and works hard to make sure our needs are met – he’s just a great resource for us.

Chambers USA, 2024

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