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Practiced exclusively in the area of intellectual property law since 1980. Experienced in litigating and resolving patent, trademark and copyright related disputes; negotiating and preparing license and other technology related agreements; and preparing and prosecuting U.S. and foreign patent and trademark applications. Experienced in patent reissue and reexamination practice and trademark opposition practice. Prepared hundreds of patentability, trademark availability, infringement and validity opinions. Also experienced in managing IP portfolios and counseling on infringement avoidance.Specialties: Uses a practical, business-like approach in sorting out complex legal and technical issues. Focuses on understanding a client's business, specific needs and goals. Finds practical, cost-effective solutions rather than simply identifying what the client cannot do.