As a Patent Agent with SEAKR Engineering, now a wholly-owned subsidiary of Raytheon Technologies, I coordinate IP prosecution and IP strategy in collaboration with executives, engineering fellows, program managers, business development leaders, and R&D leads to effectuate a global IP strategy. Prosecution experience includes USA, Europe, Canada, Japan, Australia, and Israel. I regularly participate in Examiner interviews and work in conjunction with outside counsel to prepare claim amendments to obtain the broadest coverage for SEAKR's IP portfolio. Working with internal subject matter experts, I harvest and develop invention disclosures, prepare applications for filing, discuss technical advantages and distinctions to inform existing patent prosecution, and perform patent and non-patent literature research for new disclosures. This analysis includes weighing business objectives, public vs. non-public advantages (e.g., trade secret), and budgetary and program timelines to align strategy with company goals. Management responsibilities also include developing and maintaining a growing trademark portfolio. This includes conducting preliminary trademark searches and assessing relevant existing Marks to develop goods and services strategies that appropriately protect SEAKR trademarks. By coordinating with internal research and development leads, I strive to ensure SEAKR obtains robust patent and trademark protection in all aspects of high-altitude and satellite communications, radiation hardening and tolerance, ASIC/FPGA design, and digital signal processing.

Relying on a broad career in Intellectual Property, we provide a variety of patent services for clients of all sizes and across the US – from start-up and individual innovators to well-established firms. Building on experience as a Patent Examiner at the USPTO, a Patent Agent working with top-tier attorneys, and as an international application (PCT) Analyst, Bret provides a full-service solution for his clients while providing clear and concise advice. With a unique approach and the perspective of a former patent examiner, we prepare and file patent applications, consult on patent strategy, and research prior art to maximize chances of obtaining a patent on your innovation. With enthusiasm for working with innovators and helping clients strategically navigate the IP landscape, we provide an engaged Agent-Client relationship. Experienced with electrical, mechanical, and electro-mechanical technology fields, we have diverse experience which enables quick identification of the technical features and points of novelty of your innovation. This ensures the most important aspects of your invention are accentuated and its advantages are thoroughly explained, while remaining cost-conscious to ensure you can focus on innovating and getting your invention to market.Based on an innovator's needs, we can connect clients with patent-savvy 3D printing, injection molding, and SolidWorks modeling engineers and designers who can quickly prototype, enhance, and produce their inventions. These professionals have patent background which enables seamless communication between Bret, his clients, and the designers and 3D printing specialists. If you have any questions about the services Strategic Patents provides, please do not hesitate to connect and reach out to Bret personally.

As a patent analyst, I perform prior art searching and prepare written opinions on patentability for international patent applications under the Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT). Working in the physical sciences section, I work on technologies such as virtual reality, medical devices, camera technologies, medical imaging, renewable energy, and several other electrical technology areas.

While working with clients from fortune 500 companies to independent inventors, I was tasked with researching prior art, preparing applications, and responding to office actions for domestic and international patent applications. My experience spans a broad variety of electrical and mechanical technologies, including video encoding, scientific and optical equipment, consumer goods, and semiconductor processing. Harnessing my patent examiner experience, I provided extensive patent database research to help formulate patentability opinions, as well as landscape, competitor, and general prior art research. As part of a collaborative team, I was involved with extensive litigation support in researching and preparing Inter Partes Review (IPR) petitions and other litigation matters.

Responsible for reviewing patent applications in various technologies, including photography (US classes 396 and 348), thermal measuring & testing (US class 374), endoscopy (US class 600), and image analysis (class 382). I examined both electrical, mechanical, and electromechanical types of inventions and continually maintained excellent quality and met promotion cycles. Summary of Duties:Analyze patent applications and determine their adherence to patent laws. Perform detailed searches in foreign and domestic patent databases and non-patent literature. Prepare office actions explaining the position of the Office with respect to patentability.Interface with inventor representatives and perform telephonic and personal interviews in an effort to advance prosecution of the patent application.