About
John V. Gorman is a seasoned trial lawyer with more than 25 years of litigation experience in intellectual property and complex commercial disputes. He represents a wide range of clients, from global corporations to nonprofits, in high-stakes matters involving patents, trademarks, trade secrets, and copyrights. Gorman handles every stage of litigation, from inception to trial and appeals, providing trusted counsel in both state and federal courts across the United States.
Gorman earned his J.D., cum laude, from the University of Pennsylvania Law School in 1997, where he served as Associate Editor of the University of Pennsylvania Law Review. He also holds a B.A., magna cum laude, from Villanova University. His strong academic record laid the foundation for a career devoted to trial advocacy, intellectual property protection, and business dispute resolution.
Over the years, Gorman has litigated dozens of patent and commercial cases across industries, including medical devices, software, gaming, consumer products, industrial tools, wireless technology, and life sciences. His representative matters include securing multimillion-dollar verdicts in design patent litigation, defending international electronics and telecommunications companies in patent disputes, and representing universities and biopharmaceutical companies in groundbreaking IP cases. His extensive trial experience spans multiple federal districts and appellate courts.
Beyond his commercial practice, John V. Gorman maintains an active pro bono commitment, particularly in asylum and citizenship matters. His professional achievements have earned recognition from leading legal publications, including The Legal 500 US and the Philadelphia Business Journal. Gorman is a member of the Delaware State Bar Association, the Federal Bar Association, and serves as an Associate Member of the Board of Bar Examiners of the Delaware Supreme Court. With his depth of experience and proven results, he is widely regarded as a leader in intellectual property and complex litigation.
Law Office Affiliations
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Partner, Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP
- Member, Delaware State Bar Association
- Member, Pennsylvania Bar Association
- Member, Federal Bar Association, Delaware Chapter
- Associate Member, Board of Bar Examiners of the Supreme Court of Delaware
Licensed State
- Delaware
- Pennsylvania
Education
- University of Pennsylvania Law School
Juris Doctor (JD) - Villanova University
Bachelor of Arts (BA)
Awards & Badges



- Antitrust and trade law
- Copyright application
- Copyright infringement
- Licensing
- Litigation
- Patent application
- Patent infringement
- Trademark application
- Trademark infringement