Robert is Co-chair of the firm’s ITC Practice. For two decades, he has managed high-stakes, competitor litigation at the ITC and in the other major patent venues. Robert has first-chair ITC trial experience, having represented some of the world’s most iconic companies in 30 Section 337 investigations. He has a deep working knowledge of the ITC’s unique procedures and jurisprudence and is frequently called upon to litigate and advise on complex issues of first impression or with limited precedent.
Robert’s technical experience encompasses a broad range of industries, including wireless communications, consumer electronics, semiconductors, medical devices, pharmaceuticals, genomics, and clean energy.
Robert currently serves as an executive committee member for the ITC Trial Lawyers Association. His thought leadership includes numerous publications on patent reform and Section 337 investigations. He has been recognized with industry honors including a Bronze Ranking from IAM Patent 1000 and a Key Lawyer distinction from The Legal 500.
Prior to joining Mintz, Robert served as a partner at a large firm based in Washington, DC, where he rebuilt and co-led its ITC practice. Before that, he spent over 15 years in the Washington, DC office of another large firm.
News & Press
Mintz Adds Leading ITC Litigator Robert Vlasis as Practice Co-chair
February 02, 2026
Robert Vlasis has joined Mintz as Co-chair of the firm’s International Trade Commission (ITC) Practice and as a Member in its IP Litigation Practice in Washington, DC, bringing a rare breadth of ITC experience that complements the firm’s globally recognized IP capabilities.
Robert is Co-chair of the firm’s ITC Practice. For two decades, he has managed high-stakes, competitor litigation at the ITC and in the other major patent venues. Robert has first-chair ITC trial experience, having represented some of the world’s most iconic companies in 30 Section 337 investigations. He has a deep working knowledge of the ITC’s unique procedures and jurisprudence and is frequently called upon to litigate and advise on complex issues of first impression or with limited precedent.
Recognition & Awards
IAM Patent 1000 (2024 – 2025)
The Legal 500 United States: Intellectual Property: Copyright, Intellectual Property: Patents Litigation (2023)
Robert is Co-chair of the firm’s ITC Practice. For two decades, he has managed high-stakes, competitor litigation at the ITC and in the other major patent venues. Robert has first-chair ITC trial experience, having represented some of the world’s most iconic companies in 30 Section 337 investigations. He has a deep working knowledge of the ITC’s unique procedures and jurisprudence and is frequently called upon to litigate and advise on complex issues of first impression or with limited precedent.
Involvement
- Executive Committee Member, ITC Trial Lawyers Association
- Editorial Board Member, ITC Trial Lawyers Association
- Member, Customs & International Trade Bar Association
- Member, American Bar Association
- Advisory Board Member, District of Columbia LGBTQ+ Bar Association
- Past Board Member, District of Columbia LGBTQ+ Bar Association
- Member, National LBGTQ Bar Association
- Past Chair, Eastern Caucus Campaign Board, LGBTQ Victory Fund
- Past Member, Levine School of Music Virtuoso Society Steering Committee
- Past Member, Human Rights Campaign Federal Club
- Past Member, Lambda Legal Liberty Circle
- Past Chair, Milby High School Leadership 2000 Mentoring Program
Recent Insights
Robert Vlasis has joined Mintz as Co-chair of the firm’s International Trade Commission (ITC) Practice and as a Member in its IP Litigation Practice in Washington, DC, bringing a rare breadth of ITC experience that complements the firm’s globally recognized IP capabilities.