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Ross Brandborg

632 reviews
Ross Brandborg is an attorney at law with more than 13 years of experience. He has been licensed to practice law in Minnesota and North Dakota. Ross is also a member of the North Dakota Patent Bar. He has a Juris Doctor degree in law, which he obtained after his graduation from the University of North Dakota. He specializes in trademark and copyright law, as well as in patents. Ross founded his own law firm, Brandborg Law, in 2017.

50 repeat hires
22 yrs experience
Licensed in MN, ND, Patent Bar | verified

"Excellent and efficient work as always"
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David Yamaguchi

292 reviews
Startups and small businesses sometimes need someone who can deal with complex transactions on an international playing field. David Yamaguchi specializes in content hosting issues and intellectual property. He concentrates his practice in the United States, Asia, India, and Europe. Whether you are a business giant or a startup, Mr. Yamaguchi can provide legal advice that fits your needs.

36 repeat hires
41 yrs experience
Licensed in CA | verified

"David was great to work with. He took the time to understand my concerns, made meaningful improvements to my agreement, and clearly expla..."
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Ali Shalchi

182 reviews
Ali brings a diverse range of experience gained from practice at major law firms (e.g. Paul Hastings LLP) and as in-house counsel for a Fortune 500 tech company (Illumina).
29 repeat hires
24 yrs experience
Licensed in CA, Patent Bar | verified

"Five stars."
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Eric Alspaugh

115 reviews
Intellectual property is a very unique area of the law that requires specialized attorneys who have additional training and education. For the complicated area of medicine and medical devices, the IP complexity often increases. Eric B. Alspaugh serves as medical device general counsel or patent counsel for several businesses, a qualification that very few attorneys can boast. His expertise is invaluable to these complicated business ventures.

11 repeat hires
22 yrs experience
Licensed in CA | verified

"Thank you Eric! Fantastic work!"
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Joel Douglas

78 reviews
U.S. Patent Agent & Serial Entrepreneur
Named Inventor on 111 Patents
Built and Exited Multiple Million Dollar Companies
95% Approval Rating
Clients in 48 U.S. States
"Shem was great in helping me secure my nonprovisional patent before the deadline. He understood what I needed based on my financial restr..."

14 repeat hires
9 yrs experience
Licensed in Patent Bar | verified

Beth Felix

14 reviews
Beth Felix is a patent attorney with exceptional skills in dealing with legal matters that involve trademark and copyright law. She was recently licensed to practice law in Colorado and is also a member of the Colorado Patent Bar. Beth attended the Southern Methodist University, where she obtained her Juris Doctor in law. She is also experienced in providing legal assistance to startup companies. Beth has been an attorney at the Eldredge Law Firm since August 2017.

1 repeat hire
8 yrs experience
Licensed in CO, Patent Bar | verified

"Awesome job. Swift replies. Great recommendations."

Jeffrey Schell

2 reviews
I'm Jeff. My mission is to turn innovative concepts into extraordinary companies. My journey thus far includes building one of Colorado's most successful patent law practices.

13 yrs experience
Licensed in CO, MI, Patent Bar | verified

"I'm very glad I found Jeff and his practice Schell IP. Jeff is an unmatched authority on all aspects of Intellectual Property and Patent..."

Kirk Anderson

At Budo Law, our primary focus is helping inventors and patent owners protect their valuable patent rights, led by attorneys Kirk Anderson and Mark Rabideau.

11 yrs experience
Licensed in CA | verified

Michael Carey

2 reviews
Mike regularly prepares and prosecutes utility patents with an emphasis on the technology areas of software, and electrical and mechanical engineering. Mr. Carey also develops...

10 yrs experience
Licensed in NY, Patent Bar | verified

"I started to get to know Mike at a startup event at Galvanize Boulder two years ago. He is the most entrepreneurial lawyer I ever met in..."

Jordan Porter

Jordan Porter, the Founder and Principal of J.D. Porter, LLC, has been very busy in the legal world since 2011. He was a Legal Intern at the Federal Communications Commission and a Student Attorney for the Public Justice Advocacy Clinic. His areas of expertise extend to criminal and civil litigation, legal research, appellate proceedings, and other general legal services. He was a student of The George Washington University Law School. Jordan has obtained a J.D., a BA, and a Master's Degree.

11 yrs experience
Licensed in CO, Patent Bar | verified

Why Hire a Patent Lawyer?

Finding a patent lawyer in Denver is one of the best things you can do for your inventions and intellectual property. There are several reasons why you should hire a lawyer to help you with the patent process rather than trying to figure it out yourself.

• Patent Law is Complex: In order to file a patent properly, you need to understand the different patent laws that apply to your invention. As you write the application and proceed to defend it in front of the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), you want to make sure you have a thorough understanding of what is required. Patent lawyers have not only had to pass the Colorado Bar Exam, but the Patent Bar Exam as well.
• They understand International Patent Law: A Patent lawyer will be able to advise you not only on the filing of patents with the USPTO, but also how to protect your intellectual property internationally.
• Assistance Defending the Patent: If someone infringes on your intellectual property, you'll want an experienced Denver patent lawyer that can successfully prosecute the infringing party while ensuring you receive compensation.
• Advice on Viability of Patent: Before you spend time and money trying to patent your invention, you should have an attorney assist you with understanding the chances of actually getting a patent. They will be able to tell you if your invention qualifies.
• Meeting State and Federal Rules: A top Denver patent attorney will be able to help you meet and file a patent successfully in Colorado and meet all USPTO federal requirements. These stipulations are updated regularly and you want someone on your side who understands them and keeps up to date with any changes.
• They Will Save you Time: Patent lawyers file patents constantly. They have the application process down to a science. They will save you time during this process while still ensuring that every piece of the application is complete and filed by the deadline.

How to Find the Best Patent Lawyer

Finding the best Denver patent attorney for your needs is absolutely vital to the success of your patent.

• Seek out recommendations: The first step should be to speak to other inventors. If you don't know any in your area, you can speak to people at the Rocky Mountain Inventors Association or the Inventors Roundtable that meets monthly in Denver. They are people that have experience filing patents and will be able to guide you towards the best patent lawyer in Denver.
• Contact your local bar associations: If you want more recommendations or you weren't able to get any from the other local inventors, you can also get a listing of Denver- or Colorado-based patent attorneys from the Denver Bar Association or the Colorado Bar Association. They will be able to tell you if the lawyer is in good standing.
• Do your research: Contact the USPTO to find out if the lawyers you have found are still in good standing. Look up what kind of law firms the lawyers work for (whether they are big or small) and find out if they have experience filing patents in your industry.
• Set up consultations: Once you have narrowed your search down to two or three lawyers, you should contact them to discuss your needs. Have questions ready and be prepared to explain your invention to them. Check with the USPTO before your meetings so that you know what other patents have been filed that are similar to your invention. Be able to explain how your invention is different.
• Don't focus solely on price: You don't want to find the cheapest patent lawyer in Denver: You want to find the best. The best patent lawyer for you will be someone who understands your invention, has extensive experience filing patent applications, has expertise in your technical field, and doesn't charge more than you can absolutely afford. Consider all of these factors before making a decision.