Background & Work History
- Bachelor of Science, Computer Science – Oregon State University
- Bachelor of Science, Psychology – Willamette University
- Juris Doctor (JD) – Willamette University College of Law
- Nearly 20 years of hands-on experience with patents, innovation, and IP strategy
- Former paid intern, Corporate Licensing Group, Intel (Portland, Oregon)
- Employed by Global Technology Transfer Group patent brokerage firm (GTT Group), Portland, Oregon
- Former partner at a boutique intellectual property law firm, Portland, Oregon
- Prior patent law practice, Corvallis, Oregon
- Former Oregon State attorney (now senior registered patent agent)
- Trusted IP counsel to hundreds of inventors, founders, and technology companies
- Deep technical background: software, hardware, mechanical, medical, and consumer products
- Track record includes patent drafting, prosecution, portfolio management, and competitive IP analysis
- Collaborated with top engineers, startup founders, business leaders
Practice Philosophy & Values
- ✔️ Real Talk, Not Legalese: I break down complex patent concepts into clear, straightforward terms.
- ✔️ Clients Are Priority: Your idea matters, your goals matter, and your voice always counts.
- ✔️ Innovation Over Tradition: If the old way doesn’t serve your best interests, I’ll invent a new way.
- ✔️ Speed & Efficiency: Your time is precious—I won’t waste it.
- ✔️ Integrity & Transparency: No surprises, hidden fees, or jargon-heavy explanations—just honest advice and reliable advocacy.
Why I Do What I Do
Patent protection chose me as much as I chose it. Early on, I saw brilliant inventors feeling stuck, frustrated, or intimidated by the process. My journey—spanning psychology, computer science, and law—taught me patents work best when built on understanding people, not just rules.
Every day, I do this work because it’s deeply satisfying to help clients go from overwhelmed to confidently holding an issued patent.
Services & Specialties
- ✔️ Patent Drafting & Prosecution: Clearly written, robust applications and responsive handling of USPTO actions.
- ✔️ IP Strategy for Businesses: Smart, strategic counsel to leverage your IP for growth and funding.
- ✔️ Invention & Patentability Analysis: Quick, accurate evaluations—know exactly where you stand.
- ✔️ Patent Portfolio Management: Streamlined, strategic oversight of your IP assets—helping you grow efficiently.
- ✔️ Tech & Software, Mechanical, Biotech, Renewable Energy, Consumer Products.
