I help clients protect their intellectual property and avoid disputes related to intellectual property of others. My practice includes preparing and prosecuting patent applications in mechanical, electro-mechanical, and optical technologies, rendering opinions relating to patent infringement and invalidity, providing freedom-to-operate and "design around" advice for new products, handling trademark matters, preparing and reviewing intellectual property license agreements, and conducting due diligence related to intellectual property holdings.Prior to attending law school, I worked at a tool and machine shop assisting with cost estimation and manufacturing of metal and plastic parts for a variety of end-use applications.I have thirty years of experience giving practical guidance to clients in the medical device, industrial machinery, aerospace, analytical instrument, and consumer product industries.