Craig S. Krummen

• Trial counsel for Kuryakyn Holdings, Inc., a company that distributes and 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, and breach of the parties’ licensing agreement, and claiming damages in excess of $3 million. Kuryakyn initiated a separate suit in Wisconsin alleging breach of the parties’ licensing agreement and seeking damages of approximately $2 million. The cases were consolidated in federal court in the Western District of Wisconsin, and 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 and 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, and 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 and works, and Rottlund Homes sought damages of more than $30 million. After a four-week trial and 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 handled by Mr. Krummen prior to his joining Greenberg Traurig, LLP.

• Vice President and Deputy Counsel, Marvin Windows, 2005-2006

• Listed, Chambers USA Guide, Intellectual Property, 2024
• Listed, Minnesota Monthly, "Top Lawyers in Minnesota," 2020 and 2023-2024
• Listed, The Best Lawyers in America, 2013-2025
  • Commercial Litigation, 2013-2025
  • Litigation - Intellectual Property, 2022-2025
• Listed, Managing IP Magazine's World IP Handbook and Survey, “Minneapolis IP Stars," 2014-2024
  • Patent Stars, 2021-2024
  • Trademark Stars, 2014-2020
• Listed, Super Lawyers magazine, Minnesota Super Lawyers, 2003-2005 and 2014-2024
• Listed, World Trademark Review, Minnesota - Enforcement and Litigation, 2023-2024
• 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

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