Nathan Hoeschen

Nate Hoeschen is known for his precision, technical fluency, and ability to simplify the complex.

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With a background in chemical engineering and courtroom experience spanning Delaware’s state and federal courts, Nate brings clarity to complicated cases and credibility to every argument. Whether advocating for major pharmaceutical clients in patent disputes or protecting the interests of at-risk children in Family Court, Nate’s commitment to preparation and practical strategy sets him apart.

With a foundation in chemical and biological sciences and a reputation for clarity and commitment, Nathan Hoeschen guides clients through high-stakes patent and commercial disputes. Known for his sharp writing and deep technical fluency, Nate delivers results from the pleadings stage through trial.

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He has represented leading pharmaceutical companies, pesticide manufacturers, and innovators across a range of industries in complex litigation before the Delaware District Court, Superior Court, and Court of Chancery. Prior to law school, Nate worked as an engineer, building and supporting analytical chemistry applications—experience that still shapes his ability to dissect technical disputes and present them clearly to judges and juries.

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Clients and co-counsel value Nate’s efficiency, thoughtful writing, courtroom presence, and collaborative mindset. His ability to navigate technical nuance with legal precision makes him a sought-after litigator in patent-heavy cases. He is also co-author of IP/DE alongside firm partner Andrew Russell.

• Delaware

• Pennsylvania

• United States Patent and Trademark Office

• J.D., Cornell Law School
Cornell Journal of Law and Policy, Associate Editor Executive Board, Intellectual Property and Technology Law Society

• B.A., Ripon College, Chemistrynors/Awards

• Law Clerk, The Honorable James G. Arner, Pennsylvania Court of Common Pleas

• Chapter Co-Author, ANDA Litigation: Strategies and Tactics (2d ed. 2016)

• “Form 18, I Just Don’t Know What I Want,” Landslide, Oct. 2016

• “Prior Art Implications of Presenting Research at Conferences,” ACS Annual Meeting, Aug. 2022

• Contributing Editor, IP/DE

• “An Overview of the Preferences and Procedures of the Delaware Federal Judiciary,” The Delaware Lawyer (forthcoming)

Pro Bono

Nate is a dedicated advocate for underserved communities in Delaware. He frequently serves as a guardian ad litem in Family Court, representing the best interests of children in complex custody and abuse matters. He has also worked with the ACLU of Delaware, including on a case that secured voting rights for senior citizens in a successful Court of Chancery trial.

Recognition

• Super Lawyers Rising Star, 2016–2025