U.S. Patent Attorney
CurrentU.S. Patent Attorney | Shareholder Nixon & VanderhyeJuly 2020 – Present Engage with foreign counsel, applicants, and inventors to prepare and prosecute U.S. patent applications. Offer international (PCT) prosecution and European practice knowledge and insight to clients. Manage internal software developer to generate custom applications for firm use. Mentor colleagues in resolving unusual practice situations as they arise. Deliver presentations to foreign counsel addressing details and best practices of US practice. Share informed recommendations to applicants and foreign agents for changes to procedure resulting in increased return on investment. Collaborate with colleagues to improve the practice, industry excellence, and distinguished results. Guide and advise all phases of patent prosecution with specialization in unusual cases, including reissue, reexamination, and supplemental examination. Lead independent analysis of the merits of an application at any and all points during prosecution. Tailor communications to technical and non-technical audiences alike, US and foreign partners - adjusting for subject matter knowledge and language proficiency. Engage in immersive and constant communication with technical and legal clients throughout Europe and Asia. Elected as a voting Member of the Firm’s Board of Directors; thoughtfully work to advance the best interests of the firm.
