Constance S. "Connie" Huttner, IP Attorney in Florham Park, New Jersey
focused on IP and Patent
Florham Park, NJ
Trusted ip attorney serving Florham Park.
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Constance S. "Connie" Huttner is an attorney based in Florham Park, NEW JERSEY. The practice focuses on IP and Patent.
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- Florham Park, NEW JERSEY
- Experience
- attorney
- Known for
- IP · Patent
- Handles IP and Patent matters from Florham Park, NEW JERSEY.
- Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Patent (Newark) (2021).
About Constance S. "Connie" Huttner: Constance S. "Connie" Huttner is an attorney based in Florham Park, NEW JERSEY. The practice focuses on IP and Patent.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Constance takes on
Constance concentrates on ip and patent. Each area below outlines the kind of case Constance handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
IP cases in Florham Park, New Jersey
Constance takes ip matters in Florham Park, New Jersey. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Constance agrees to represent you.
Patent cases in Florham Park, New Jersey
Constance takes patent matters in Florham Park, New Jersey. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Constance agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Constance S. "Connie" Huttner — ip lawyer in Florham Park
Constance S. "Connie" Huttner is an attorney based in Florham Park, NEW JERSEY. The practice focuses on IP and Patent.
Connie Huttner is a trial lawyer whose current practice focuses on trials and appeals involving Abbreviated New Drug Applications. Ms. Huttner has also handled patent cases in other technology areas, including medical devices, computer software and hardware, business methods, wind turbines, cosmetics, electronic devices, coatings and other chemical products and pumps and other mechanical devices. She has also litigated cases involving false advertising, trademark, patent licensing and trade secret matters. Ms. Huttner has also provided non-litigation patent opinions and counseling in connection with mergers and acquisitions and other corporate transactions.
Prior to focusing her practice on intellectual property matters, Ms. Huttner litigated cases arising out of contests for corporate control, including hostile takeovers, proxy contests, and shareholder litigation. She has also litigated contract, insurance and other commercial disputes as well as contested bankruptcy matters.
Ms. Huttner received a B.S. in Cellular Immunology from Ohio State University with Honors in the Liberal Arts (1977, Phi Beta Kappa), and a J.D. from Boston College Law School (1980, magna cum laude). While at Boston College Law School, Ms. Huttner was a member of the Order of the Coif and Boston College Law Review. Ms. Huttner was previously a partner at Skadden, Arps, Slate Meagher & Flom and Vinson & Elkins.
Constance's approach to ip cases
Connie Huttner is a trial lawyer whose current practice focuses on trials and appeals involving Abbreviated New Drug Applications. Ms. Huttner has also handled patent cases in other technology areas, including medical devices, computer software and hardware, business methods, wind turbines, cosmetics, electronic devices, coatings and other chemical products and pumps and other mechanical devices.…
Clients Constance works with
Constance reviews new inquiries case-by-case for ip and patent matters in Florham Park and the surrounding New Jersey area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Boston College Law School
J.D. · 1980
Constance studied at J.D. in Boston College Law School.
Law school and academic background
Constance completed J.D. in Boston College Law School. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Constance runs in New Jersey is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Constance has received 11 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Patent (Newark)
2021
Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Patent (Newark)
2017
Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Patent (Newark)
2015
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Patent
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Patent Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Copyright Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Intellectual Property
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Technology Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Trademark Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Transportation Law
2026
Legal awards and honors
Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Patent (Newark) (2021). Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Patent (Newark) (2017). Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Patent (Newark) (2015). Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Patent (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Patent Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026).
Locations
Constance S. "Connie" Huttner's office in Florham Park
Constance's primary office is at 180 Park Avenue, Florham Park, New Jersey, 07932-1054. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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Schedule your consultationHiring guide
How to hire Constance S. "Connie" Huttner — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new ip attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Constance usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Constance charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Constance's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Constance will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a ip attorney in Florham Park, New Jersey
A short list to run through before you commit: How many ip matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Constance
Constance discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in ip practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every ip matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Constance confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Constance's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many ip practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Constance S. "Connie" Huttner
How much does it cost to hire Constance for a ip case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Constance walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Constance offer a free consultation?
Constance charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Constance's office. Some ip attorneys offer free consults — check Constance's current terms during booking.
How long do ip cases in New Jersey typically take?
Simple ip matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Constance gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Constance take my case if I'm outside Florham Park?
Constance is licensed in New Jersey. Matters governed by New Jersey law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Constance will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Constance?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Constance will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Constance accepting new ip clients right now?
Constance's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
IP attorneys serving Florham Park, Trenton and Newark in New Jersey
Constance handles ip matters throughout New Jersey. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified ip attorneys in that community.
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