About Craig S. Krummen

Craig S. Krummen represents clients in complex commercial litigation and in intellectual property litigation involving patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets. Craig tries cases in federal and state courts across the country, advising on litigation and case resolution options at each stage of litigation. Foundational to his trial preparation is developing strategies that support and add value to clients’ business objectives and allay both their legal and business concerns.

Concentrations

•Copyright litigation
•Patent litigation
•Trademark litigation
•Trade secrets litigation
•Complex commercial litigation

Recognition & Leadership

Awards & Accolades

•Listed, Chambers USA Guide, Intellectual Property, 2024-2025
•Listed, Minnesota Monthly, 'Top Lawyers in Minnesota,' 2020 and 2023-2025
•Listed, The Best Lawyers in America, 2013-2026
•Commercial Litigation, 2013-2026
•Litigation - Intellectual Property, 2022-2026
•Listed, Managing IP Magazine's World IP Handbook and Survey, “Minneapolis IP Stars,' 2014-2025
•Patent Stars, 2021-2025
•Trademark Stars, 2014-2020
•Listed, Super Lawyers magazine, Minnesota Super Lawyers, 2003-2005 and 2014-2025
•Listed, World Trademark Review, Minnesota - Enforcement and Litigation, 2023-2026
Benchmark Litigation, 2014-2018
•Listed, “Local Litigation Star,” 2015-2018
•Listed, “Future Star,” 2014
•Selected, Minnesota Lawyer, “Attorney of the Year,” 2010, 2014
•Circle of Excellence, 2014
•Honoree, Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal, “Forty Under 40,” 2007

 

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Areas of Law

  • Commercial Litigation
  • Other 2
    • Intellectual Property Litigation
    • Intellectual Property & Technology

Practice Details

  • Firm Information
    Position
    Shareholder
    Firm Name
    Greenberg Traurig, LLP
  • Representative Cases & Transactions
    Cases
    Experience: Intellectual Property Litigation Matters: Trial counsel for Kuryakyn Holdings, Inc., a company that distributes
    sells after-market products for motorcycles, in a breach of contract case against a former designer of motorcycle lighting products, Just In Time Distribution Company. Just In Time initiated a suit in California alleging RICO violations, fraud,
    breach of the parties' licensing agreement,
    claiming damages in excess of $3 million. Kuryakyn initiated a separate suit in Wisconsin alleging breach of the parties' licensing agreement
    seeking damages of approximately $2 million. The cases were consolidated in federal court in the Western District of Wisconsin,
    the case proceeded to a jury trial to decide the liability claims. The jury awarded a complete verdict on all liability claims in favor of Kuryakyn. Trial counsel for Marvin Lumber
    Cedar Company in a national case against a wood preservative manufacturer. Following a four-month trial, the jury awarded a $135.8 million verdict in favor of Marvin, which exceeded $150 million when the court added an interest award. The trial verdict was recognized by the National Law Journal in its annual list of Top 100 Verdicts. Trial counsel for Inspired Technologies, Inc., in a complex case involving improper use of confidential information of paint block technology. Following a trial, a jury rendered a $13.15 million in favor of Inspired Technologies, which was subjected to a remittitur order, a new trial,
    a settlement. The trial victory was covered in IP Law360. Trial counsel for Rottlund Homes, Inc., in a case against a national builder for copyright infringement of architectural designs
    works,
    Rottlund Homes sought damages of more than $30 million. After a four-week trial
    an appeal, the matter settled pursuant to a confidential settlement agreement. Defense counsel for Marvin Windows, Inc. in a patent infringement case captioned Variant, Inc. v. Sub-Zero, Inc., Marvin Windows, Inc., et al. Achieved complete dismissal of the case with no payment made to the plaintiff. The above representations were h
    led by Mr. Krummen prior to his joining Greenberg Traurig, LLP.
    In-House Experience: Vice President
    Deputy Counsel, Marvin Windows, 2005-2006
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Experience

  • Bar Admission & Memberships
    Admissions
    1995, Iowa
    1995, Minnesota
    Supreme Court of Minnesota
    U.S. District Court for the District of Minnesota
    U.S. District Court for the Western District of Wisconsin
    U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit
    Memberships

    Professional & Community Involvement

    •Member, American Bar Association
    •Member, Minnesota State Bar Association
    •Member, Iowa State Bar Association
    •Member, Hennepin County Bar Association

  • Education & Certifications
    Law School
    University of Iowa College of Law
    Class of 1995
    J.D.
    with high distinction; Member, Iowa Law Review
    Other Education
    Iowa State University
    Class of 1990
    B.B.A.
    with honors

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