I help companies develop, protect, and leverage their intellectual property (IP) to achieve their business objectives and reduce exposure to infringement. I’m a partner and patent attorney at an international firm with a Tier 1 patent law practice, where I represent the world’s leading companies in tech, software, health, fintech, and other industries. I bring a comprehensive perspective to patent portfolio development that draws on nearly 20 years of experience, conducting patent-product analyses, to produce robust, usable patents that are litigation hardened and license ready.I make complex subjects understandable–I’ve held adjunct faculty appointments at two law schools, am a frequent speaker and author on patent eligibility, and have drafted hundreds of patent applications covering artificial intelligence (AI).I have a background in statistical signal processing and in grad school developed AI-based technology for landmine detection. Now I use data-analytics and AI work-flows in my practice to reduce costs and improve outcomes. ►For example, I used data-driven processes to derive techniques for overcoming 101-Alice rejections that improved my clients’ patent allowance rates by over 20%.Among other areas, I help companies with:● Strategic portfolio development● Monetizing + enforcing IP rights● Assessing a competitor or product w/r/t patents● Avoiding infringement● IP strategy for new products or entering new markets● IP landscape analysis to identify threats + acquisitions + filing strategies● Product-design counseling + clearance● §101 strategy● Trade secrets for digital● Open-source software● Digital transformation + AI● Creating or refreshing procedures + training to capture innovation for IP protectionI’ve handled patent demand letters, licensing negotiations, and developed legal positions that saved companies millions of dollars.I’m passionate about mentoring and teaching. I love sharing my enthusiasm for patent law and IP strategy. I’ve recruited many practitioners, growing my firm’s IP section, and helped them develop skills for high-quality work. I’ve been recognized with my firm’s mentoring award.I grew up on a farm in the Midwest; I know how to ride a horse and throw a lasso. I’m a twin dad and girl dad. My philosophy is to work among friends and I believe in developing long-standing relationships. I enjoy meeting with and learning from others, and welcome the opportunity chat with you. Let's connect![Cover Photo © 2006 J. Devaney]The choice of a lawyer is important and should not be based solely on ads.
