Thomas Lebens

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Strategist, optimizer, values-driven, lifelong learner, problem solver. Attorney at Law and Registered Patent Attorney @ Fitch, Even, Tabin and Flannery LLP
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San Luis Obispo, California, United States, United States
About Thomas Lebens

Tom Lebens practices intellectual property law with expertise in business strategy, licensing, infringement & validity analysis, patentability, infringement, & validity opinions, and copyright for artistic works and computer software.He is a registered U.S. Patent and Trademark attorney. Tom has handled sophisticated, high-stakes patents across a wide spectrum of technologies and industries, including these: Analog and digital electronics; Optics; Control systems; Communications, including cellular telephony and satellite communications and design; Semiconductor fabrication; Circuit design; Physics; Medical devices, implants and imaging; Consumer electronics, including television technologies and optical video technologies; Materials and contraband detection and imagery; Weaponry, both lethal and nonlethal; Complex computer software technologies, including data compression and encryption, database design, computer security, intruder detection, software design tools, and Internet technologies; and Business methods, such as software and business processesProfessional Affiliations: * Computer Law Association (Member) * American Intellectual Property Association (Member) * Licensing Executives Society (Member) * American Bar Association, Section of Intellectual Property (Member) * San Diego Intellectual Property Association (Member) * San Luis Obispo County and San Diego County Bar Associations, Intellectual Property Section (Member) * The State Bar of California (Member) " Los Angeles County Bar Association (Member) Community Contributions: * Softec, Central Coast Software and Technology Association (Member/Director/Chair, High Technology Companies Symposium) * Technology Advocacy Committee, San Luis Obispo Chamber of Commerce (Member/Chair)* Member and Officer, San Luis Obispo Chamber of Commerce * Central Coast Natural History Association (Director/Chair Development Committee) * San Luis Obispo Literacy Council (Director) * American Youth Soccer Association (Coach/Regional Board Member/Regional Commissioner) Special Recognition: * Received the "Top 20 Under 40" award presented by the Economic Vitality Corporation of San Luis Obispo County for his professional excellence and profound commitment to the community in 2006.Specialties: Intellectucal Property Law; Patent Law; Trademark Law; Copyright Law; Licensing; Licensing Negotiations; Corporate Transactions

Thomas Lebens's Current Company Details
Fitch, Even, Tabin and Flannery LLP

Fitch, Even, Tabin And Flannery Llp

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Strategist, optimizer, values-driven, lifelong learner, problem solver. Attorney at Law and Registered Patent Attorney
Thomas Lebens Work Experience Details
  • Fitch, Even, Tabin And Flannery Llp
    Partner
    Fitch, Even, Tabin And Flannery Llp Apr 1991 - Present
    Chicago, Il, Us
    Thomas F. Lebens is an experienced attorney-at-law and patent attorney who has served clients since 1991 in preparing and prosecuting patent and trademark applications, including appeals, post-grant review and interferences. In addition to his law practice, Tom currently manages West Coast operations for Fitch Even’s San Diego, Los Angeles, and San Luis Obispo offices and chairs the firm’s Marketing Committee.Tom has handled sophisticated, high-stakes patents across a wide spectrum of technologies and industries, including these: Analog and digital electronics Optics Control systems Communications Semiconductor fabrication Circuit design Physics Medical devices, implants and imaging Consumer electronics Materials and contraband detection and imagery Weaponry, both lethal and nonlethal Complex computer software technologies Business methodsIn addition, Tom is highly experienced in counseling clients in intellectual property and business strategy; licensing issues; infringement and validity analysis; patentability, infringement and validity opinions; and copyright matters, both for artistic works and computer software.Tom has an integrated approach to a business’s intellectual property that spans the lifetime of its assets. Clients value Tom’s involvement from the concept stage all the way to leveraging the asset through sale, licensing, pooling, partnering, and product/service delivery and market management.He helps clients focus on IP-rich technology segments, developing an intellectual property portfolio aligned with those technology segments and targeted to strategic profit opportunities.Thanks to Tom’s approach, clients better understand their competition, positioning their intellectual property portfolio accordingly, both as potential business partners and as adversaries. And, when it comes time to create and close a deal, his experience, creativity, and competitive spirit come into play.
  • French Hospital Medical Center Foundation
    Member Of The Board Of Directors
    French Hospital Medical Center Foundation Feb 2015 - Present
    French Hospital Medical Center Foundation is committed to supporting the charitable and community health care mission of French Hospital Medical Center (FHMC) through fundraising and relationship building. The Foundation solicits philanthropic gifts, provides stewardship of these gifts, and grants funds to the hospital to advance the community's access to health care.
  • American Youth Soccer Organization
    Member, Legal Commission
    American Youth Soccer Organization May 2008 - Present
    Advise the Board of Directors on legal matters concerning the American Youth Soccer Organization
  • American Youth Soccer Organization
    Director, National Board
    American Youth Soccer Organization Nov 2011 - Jun 2012
    AYSO’s mission is to develop and deliver quality youth soccer programs which promote a fun, family environment based on the AYSO philosophies.AYSO's philosophies are living tenets that separate it from other sports organizations. They are Everyone Plays™, Balanced Teams, Open Registration, Positive Coaching, Good Sportsmanship and Player Development.The American Youth Soccer Organization (AYSO) was established in the Los Angeles area in 1964 with nine teams. It was the dream of a group of devoted soccer enthusiasts who started the organization in a garage. Today, AYSO has more than 50,000 teams and more than 650,000 players. It also employs 50 people at its National Office in Torrance, California.
  • American Youth Soccer Organization
    Chair, Legal Commission
    American Youth Soccer Organization Jun 2011 - Jun 2012
    Served as General Counsel for national youth soccer organization, supervising over 20 volunteer lawyers, as well as outside law firms in providing legal services to this 500,000 plus players organization. Provided counsel to National Board of Directors, National President, and National Executive Director on all legal matters.
  • American Youth Soccer Organization
    Area Director
    American Youth Soccer Organization Apr 2008 - Nov 2011
    Area Director for Area 10/Q, Santa Ynez, Lompoc, Five Cities, San Luis Obispo, Paso Robles
  • American Youth Soccer Organization
    Regional Commissioner
    American Youth Soccer Organization Mar 2004 - Mar 2008
    Regional officer, and operating officer for recreational youth soccer program serving the communities of Arroyo Grande, Grover Beach, Pismo Beach, Shell Beach and Oceano, California.
  • Troop 413, Boy Scouts Of America
    Assistant Scoutmaster
    Troop 413, Boy Scouts Of America Nov 2017 - Present
  • Troop 413, Boy Scouts Of America
    Scoutmaster
    Troop 413, Boy Scouts Of America Feb 2012 - Nov 2017
    A Scoutmaster is a mentor to the youth leaders. He presents them with ideas and information and provides support. One of the most difficult things a Scoutmaster has to do is to allow the youth to lead, even when he can see failure looming on the horizon. A Scoutmaster might say things like “Have you considered …?” and “What do you thing might happen if …?”, but the youth don’t always take the hint. The rule of thumb I’ve heard is, “If its not illegal, immoral, or dangerous, then let them try it their way.” Failure is a good teacher and most youth will rebound from it with a positive attitude.A Scoutmaster has Scoutmaster conferences with troop members. He shows an interest in them and talks to them about what is happening in their lives. He uses the Methods of Scouting to work toward achieving the Aims of Scouting for the youth. (See Methods and Aims of Scouting)The Scoutmaster works with the Troop Committee to make sure the youth have the resources they need for a strong youth program. A good working relationship with the committee is essential.
  • California Polytechnic State University, College Of Engineering, Dean'S Advisory Council
    Member, Dean'S Advisory Council
    California Polytechnic State University, College Of Engineering, Dean'S Advisory Council Jan 2013 - May 2019
  • Issues Evaluation Committee, San Luis Obispo Chamber Of Commerce
    Member
    Issues Evaluation Committee, San Luis Obispo Chamber Of Commerce Jan 2013 - Dec 2018
  • California Polytechnic State University, College Of Engineering
    Chair, Dean'S Advisory Council
    California Polytechnic State University, College Of Engineering May 2016 - May 2018
  • Cal Poly Alumni Association
    Director
    Cal Poly Alumni Association Jun 2008 - Jun 2016
    San Luis Obispo, Ca, Us
    The Cal Poly Alumni Association seeks to engage and serve alumni; to foster a lifelong connection between the University and its alumni; and to foster goodwill and support for the University.
  • Cal Poly Alumni Association
    President
    Cal Poly Alumni Association Jul 2012 - Jun 2014
    San Luis Obispo, Ca, Us
    The Cal Poly Alumni Association seeks to engage and serve alumni; to foster a lifelong connection between the University and its alumni; and to foster goodwill and support for the University.Alumni activities date back to Cal Poly's early years. The first alumni president was appointed in 1907, during Cal Poly's early years as a school. Today, the association includes more than 150,000 members and 15 regional and special interest chapters. All alumni of Cal Poly are members and enjoy the ongoing connection to the University.
  • Cal Poly Alumni Association
    President-Elect
    Cal Poly Alumni Association Jun 2010 - Jun 2012
    San Luis Obispo, Ca, Us
    See "President".
  • Sesloc Federal Credit Union
    Member, Supervisory Committee
    Sesloc Federal Credit Union Mar 2015 - Mar 2016
    San Luis Obispo, California, Us
    Credit unions are cooperative financial institutions designed to give back to their members, not stockholders. Credit unions are not driven by profit. Credit unions have a volunteer Board of Directors, and profits are returned to members in the form of lower loan rates, higher savings rates, and lower cost services. The credit union philosophy that people are more important than profits benefits both the credit union members and their community.
  • American Intellectual Property Law Association
    Co-Chair, Cybersecurity & Privacy Sub-Committee
    American Intellectual Property Law Association Jan 2014 - Dec 2015
  • Cal Poly Corporation
    Director
    Cal Poly Corporation Jan 2009 - Jun 2014
    The Corporation's mission has not changed from its inception and continues to assist and promote the educational mission of Cal Poly under the regulations of the California State University System ("CSU"). The Corporation engages only in those activities ancillary to state operation that are requested by Cal Poly's President and approved by the CSU.Specific functions and activities provided by the Corporation are detailed in operating agreements between the Corporation, Cal Poly and the CSU, and policies of Cal Poly found in the Campus Administrative Manual ("CAM") or the updated policies in the Campus Administrative Policies ("CAP").The Corporation oversees over 150,000SF of space on the Cal Poly campus and employs on average 1,500 employees. The Corporation is solely responsible for all of its operations including the maintenance, upgrades and renovations which are funded from Corporation reserves.
  • Softec
    Member, Softec Board Of Directors
    Softec 2004 - Dec 2012
    Softec is the Central Coast’s leading technology industry group. Established in 1995, Softec has grown to over 1000 members and includes organizations as well as individuals and is by far the largest, most active technology group in the area. Our list of members range from leaders in the tech industry, representatives in education, participants from the private sector, as well as individuals who are just plain passionate about technology. As a non-profit organization focused on the success of the technology industry on the Central Coast, Softec plays a key role in our community by supporting new business formation and works as an advocate for tech businesses in the area.
  • Sinsheimer Juhnke Lebens & Mcivor, Llp
    Partner
    Sinsheimer Juhnke Lebens & Mcivor, Llp Sep 2000 - Dec 2011
    Tom Lebens practices intellectual property law with expertise in business strategy, licensing, infringement & validity analysis, patentability, infringement, & validity opinions, and copyright for artistic works and computer software.He is a registered U.S. Patent and Trademark attorney.
  • San Luis Obispo Chamber Of Commerce Board Of Directors
    Director And Past Chair
    San Luis Obispo Chamber Of Commerce Board Of Directors Jan 2010 - Dec 2010
    The San Luis Obispo Chamber of Commerce is the oldest and largest voluntary organization in San Luis Obispo and Santa Barbara counties. As an independent nonprofit corporation (not affiliated with government or any other agency), we uniquely serve the needs of our 1,400+ members.For more than 108 years, we've been dedicated to a single goal: enhancing the economic health of the San Luis Obispo area and the prosperity of our members.Our philosophy is simple. We believe more business is good for existing business, an attractive and viable city attracts more business activity, and this additional activity benefits every business person and resident.We succeed thanks to active, motivated volunteer business leaders supported by a highly regarded professional staff. This potent combination does what no service club, government agency nor individual business could accomplish alone: enhance and promote San Luis Obispo as a place to do business and enjoy life.In addition, we stay true to a few core values that we believe keep San Luis Obispo a special community. Keep San Luis Obispo one of the world's greatest places to live and work. Keep existing businesses prosperous and selectively attract new ones. Attract more high-paying head-of-household jobs. Protect air quality, open space and sense of community. Develop future community leadership. Promote high-quality education. Help businesses understand and embrace diversity. Have San Luis Obispo grow in a manner consistent with protecting community character and quality of life.
  • Leadership Slo
    Member, Board Of Directors
    Leadership Slo Jan 2009 - Dec 2010
    Now in its 20th year, Leadership San Luis Obispo has over 680 graduates.Leadership SLO is a county-wide program designed to bring participants out of their "comfort zones." It's a rewarding way to learn new things, make friendships that will last a lifetime, explore personal biases, and learn new leadership styles and ways of handling diversity in opinions and people. Our philosophy is simple: We will help you become a better person, and as a consequence, will build a better community. Leadership is a 501(c) 3 not-for-profit organization governed by the San Luis Obispo Community Leadership Foundation, Inc. It is an independent program of the San Luis Obispo Chamber of Commerce We hope you find this web site interesting and informative.
  • San Luis Obispo Chamber Of Commerce
    Chair, Board Of Directors
    San Luis Obispo Chamber Of Commerce Jan 2009 - Jan 2010
    Preside at all meetings of the Board of Directors and Executive Committee of the San Luis Obispo Chamber of Commerce, and represent the Chamber and the Board of Directors in various contexts. Serve as a member of the Board of Directors, as an Officer, and as a Member of the Executive Committee
  • San Luis Obispo Chamber Of Commerce
    Board Counsel, Board Of Directors
    San Luis Obispo Chamber Of Commerce Jan 2007 - Jan 2009
    Provide counsel to the Board of Directors and President of the San Luis Obispo Chamber of Commerce on legal issues. Serve as a member of the Board of Directors, as an Officer, and as a Member of the Executive Committee
  • Friends Of Prado Day Center
    Director
    Friends Of Prado Day Center Jan 2008 - Jan 2009
    Friends of Prado Day Center was formed in December 1999 as a 501(c)3 non-profit organization to raise funds to help support the operations of the Prado Day Center.
  • Central Coast Natural History Association
    Director And Past Chair
    Central Coast Natural History Association 2002 - 2006
    Central Coast Natural History Association, in partnership with California State Parks, promotes public awareness and stewardship of our natural resources and cultural heritage, now, and for future generations. As a non-profit organization we supportinterpretation, education and volunteer efforts in local state parks.
  • Associated Students, Incorporated
    President
    Associated Students, Incorporated Jun 1987 - Jun 1988
    Auxiliary organizations provide a wide range of activities on the CSU campuses. Recognizing the need for an extensive network of services to complement the core academic mission, the CSU has adopted a framework whereby some essential services may be provided by separate non-profit organizations. In addition, because auxiliary organizations are private and not subject to the restrictions on state general funds, they permit more flexible use of available resources. These non-profit organizations exist as separate legal entities under the parameters outlined in the Educational Code. The Board of Trustees of the CSU and campus presidents have broad policy oversight responsibility over auxiliary organizations, most of which are incorporated.
  • Associated Students, Incorporated
    Computer Systems Manager
    Associated Students, Incorporated Jun 1985 - Jun 1987
    Managed mini-computer and local area network systems, providing installation, IT support, systems maintenance, engineering and management, and software development.
  • Camp Oljato
    Waterfont Staff
    Camp Oljato 1983 - 1983
    Life guarding, and instruction in swimming, lifesaving, rowing, canoeing, motor boating, and sailing, as well as management of staff (as assistant director).

Thomas Lebens Skills

Intellectual Property Patents Licensing Public Speaking Leadership Trademarks Strategy Copyright Law Patent Litigation Fundraising Patentability Nonprofits Corporate Law Marketing Start Ups Litigation Support Program Management Legal Research Contract Negotiation Business Strategy Legal Writing Litigation Legal Issues Research Patent Prosecution Entrepreneurship Mergers And Acquisitions Analysis Negotiation Venture Capital Policy Trade Secrets Due Diligence Mediation Trademark Infringement Corporate Governance Government Client Counseling Patent Law Civil Litigation Public Policy Prosecution Mergers Invention

Thomas Lebens Education Details

  • Stanford University
    Stanford University
    Quantum Mechanics
  • University Of San Diego
    University Of San Diego
    Law
  • California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo
    California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo
    Electrical And Eletronic Engineering
  • San Luis Obispo Senior High School
    San Luis Obispo Senior High School
    High School

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