Patents

Overview

Keeping your innovations one step ahead

It’s harder than ever to stay ahead of the competition, with waves of innovation disrupting every industry. Businesses need to take steps to protect their inventions and technologies. Safeguarding your intellectual property is critical to maintaining a competitive edge in today’s fast-paced global economy.

At Dunlap Bennett & Ludwig, we don’t just help you protect your innovations—we position your intellectual property as a strategic asset, empowering your business to innovate confidently and thrive in complex, ever-changing markets. Our intellectual property team has deep backgrounds in science and technology that complement their legal knowledge, giving us an insider’s perspective on how to best help our clients protect their ideas.

How our patent law team helps clients

Dunlap Bennett & Ludwig’s patent lawyers help our clients understand what they can protect and how they should protect it under patent law. Our patent lawyers bring together deep legal knowledge and technical expertise across a range of disciplines. From life sciences and biotechnology to software and advanced manufacturing, our team’s scientific and industry backgrounds allow us to deliver innovative solutions tailored to clients’ specific challenges. Using these backgrounds and legal acumen, we advise businesses on patent strategy and help clients prosecute and defend utility patents and design patents.

We assist clients with the day-to-day management of patent and intellectual property portfolios and provide needed counsel in responding to client-completed patent applications. We work with clients to protect everything from simple mechanical inventions to complex electrical patents, chemical patents, biotechnology patents, and app software patents.

Managing a robust patent portfolio requires more than filing applications—it demands strategic foresight. We work with clients to align their intellectual property strategy with their broader business objectives, identifying opportunities to strengthen market position, mitigate risks, and maximize the value of your innovations. Our team handles patent applications domestically through the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) and internationally through the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO).

We also help clients challenge and defend patents in trials before the Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB), including in post-grant review and covered business method review proceedings.

Our experience in patent law

We believe in building long-term partnerships with our clients. From startups to multinational corporations, we tailor our services to meet your unique needs, providing personalized attention and strategic counsel to ensure your success at every stage of the innovation lifecycle.

Innovation knows no borders, and neither do we. Leveraging our experience with the Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT) and regional patent systems, we help clients navigate complex international patent landscapes. Whether filing through the European Patent Office, WIPO, or regional patent offices, we ensure your intellectual property is protected across the globe.

Enforcing your patent rights is as important as securing them. Our seasoned trial attorneys represent clients in high-stakes patent litigation, handling cases involving patent infringement, invalidation, and post-grant challenges before the Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) and federal courts. We approach each case with a meticulous focus on achieving favorable outcomes while safeguarding your business interests.

As pioneers in navigating the intersection of technology and law, we stay ahead of industry trends to offer innovative solutions. Our team is adept at addressing the complexities of emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence, blockchain, and green energy, helping you capitalize on new opportunities while mitigating legal risks.

Whether you are filing your first patent application or managing a global intellectual property portfolio, our patent lawyers are here to guide you every step of the way.