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Atty. Paul A. Bondor

Atty. Paul A. Bondor

Paul Bondor is a partner of Desmarais LLP, where his practice focuses on the litigation of complex, technology-driven disputes, particularly patent infringement jury trials. Mr.

New York New York 32 yrs experience 32 year
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About Paul A. Bondor at a glance

Paul A. Bondor is a patent attorney based in New York, New York, practicing at Desmarais LLP. They have 32+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1994. Admitted to practice in New York (1994) and District of Columbia (1996). Educated at University of Michigan (J.D., 1993) and Princeton University (B.S.E., 1990). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Patent (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Intellectual Property (2026). Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Paul Bondor is a partner of Desmarais LLP, where his practice focuses on the litigation of complex, technology-driven disputes, particularly patent infringement jury trials
  • Mr. Bondor started his career as a law clerk for the Honorable Louis L. Stanton in the U.S
  • District Court for the Southern District of New York
  • After his clerkship, he began private practice with Kenyon & Kenyon, where he was elected a partner in 2001
  • In 2004, John M. Desmarais asked him to join the New York office of Kirkland & Ellis LLP as a partner in the intellectual property litigation group
  • After seven successful years at Kirkland, Mr. Bondor again joined forces with Mr. Desmarais to build Desmarais LLP. Mr. Bondor is admitted to the bars of New York and the District of Columbia, as well as the Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit and various federal district courts
  • He is also registered to practice before the United States Patent and Trademark Office
  • Mr. Bondor graduated from Princeton University, where he studied mechanical and aerospace engineering, and the University of Michigan Law School, where he served on the Michigan Law Review

Practice Areas Explained

Paul A. Bondor's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Paul A. Bondor handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Patent Law

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Paul A. Bondor

Where is Paul A. Bondor's law office located?
Paul A. Bondor's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Desmarais LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Paul A. Bondor handle?
Paul A. Bondor focuses on patent. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Paul A. Bondor practiced law?
Paul A. Bondor has 32+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1994.
Where did Paul A. Bondor go to law school?
Paul A. Bondor earned their education at (J.D., 1993); (B.S.E., 1990).
How can I contact Paul A. Bondor for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Paul A. Bondor received?
Paul A. Bondor's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Patent; Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:; Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Intellectual Property; Best Lawyers in America — Patent Law.

Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
University of Michigan
- 1993
B.S.E.
Princeton University
- 1990

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Patent
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Intellectual Property
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Patent Law
- 2026

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1994
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1996

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