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- [Attorney Chul-Woo Lee Advances to Chair of the IP Section at Utah State Bar](https://www.wnlaw.com/news/attorney-chul-woo-lee-advances-to-chair-of-the-ip-section-at-utah-state-bar/) - Workman Nydegger is pleased to share that attorney Chul-Woo Lee has advanced from Secretary to Chair for the Intellectual Property (IP) Section of the Utah State Bar. Mr. Lee holds a B.S. in Mathematics and Electrical Engineering, as well as a J.D. He is a registered patent attorney with extensive experience in guiding clients on
- [Professionalism in the Practice of Law: Why Following the Rules Is Not Enough ](https://www.wnlaw.com/blog/professionalism-in-the-practice-of-law-why-following-the-rules-is-not-enough/) - Most lawyers understand their obligation to comply with the Rules of Professional Conduct. Ethical rules establish important boundaries, protect clients, and help preserve confidence in the legal system. But professionalism requires more than simply avoiding ethical violations. The most respected attorneys are not defined solely by what the rules prohibit. They are distinguished by how they treat clients, opposing
- [Examiner Interviews in Patent Prosecution: How to Advance Prosecution While Maintaining a Clean Record](https://www.wnlaw.com/blog/examiner-interviews-in-patent-prosecution-how-to-advance-prosecution-while-maintaining-a-clean-record/) - Examiner interviews are one of the most effective tools available to patent practitioners during prosecution. A productive discussion with a patent examiner can clarify remaining issues, more quickly identify claim amendments that overcome the cited art, and help move an application toward allowance more efficiently than a written response alone. At the same time, patent practitioners should be mindful of the prosecution record being created during examination. Statements made during prosecution can later be scrutinized during
- [Workman Nydegger Sponsors the ACPC 2026 Summer Meeting](https://www.wnlaw.com/events/workman-nydegger-sponsors-the-acpc-2026-summer-meeting/) - Workman Nydegger is proud to sponsor the Association of Corporate Patent Counsel (ACPC) 2026 Summer Meeting. The meeting will take place June 21–24, 2026, at the Limelight Denver. The Program Committee, led by Adam Keser and Idris McKelvey, has assembled a dynamic agenda featuring substantive presentations, interactive discussions, and hands-on demonstrations. The program also provides
- [Kraig Biocraft Laboratories Featured on National Geographic Cover for Spider Silk Technology (March 2026)](https://www.wnlaw.com/news/kraig-biocraft-laboratories-featured-on-national-geographic-cover-for-spider-silk-technology-march-2026/) - Workman Nydegger is pleased to share that its client, Kraig Biocraft Laboratories, is featured on the cover of the March 2026 issue of National Geographic. The article explores recent progress in developing “supersilk,” a spider silk-inspired material made possible through advances in genetic engineering. Kraig Biocraft Laboratories is highlighted for its work using genetically engineered
- [Professionalism and Civility: Why the Golden Rule Still Matters in Legal Practice ](https://www.wnlaw.com/blog/professionalism-and-civility-why-the-golden-rule-still-matters-in-legal-practice/) - The practice of law is inherently adversarial. Attorneys are expected to advocate vigorously for their clients, advance difficult positions, and navigate high-stakes disputes. Yet some of the most important obligations in the legal profession have nothing to do with winning an argument. They are concerned about how lawyers conduct themselves while representing their clients. Professionalism and civility are foundational principles of the legal
- [Workman Nydegger Recognized in Chambers USA 2026 Guide](https://www.wnlaw.com/news/workman-nydegger-recognized-in-chambers-usa-2026/) - Workman Nydegger is honored to be recognized for Intellectual Property in the 2026 edition of Chambers USA, a prestigious legal guide showcasing the nation’s top law firms and attorneys. Chambers USA evaluates firms and individual attorneys based on rigorous criteria, including technical expertise, professional conduct, client service, and industry knowledge. This year, three Workman Nydegger
- [Attorney Chul-Woo Lee to attend the 24th Annual Rocky Mountain Intellectual Property & Technology Law Institute](https://www.wnlaw.com/events/attorney-chul-woo-lee-to-attend-the-24th-annual-rocky-mountain-intellectual-property-technology-law-institute/) - Workman Nydegger attorney Chul-Woo Lee will be attending the 24th Annual Rocky Mountain Intellectual Property & Technology Law Institute in Westminster, Colorado. The 24th Annual Rocky Mountain Intellectual Property and Technology Law Institute brings together leading voices shaping the future of IP, including USPTO Director John Squires, in-house counsel from Meta, Cisco, Microsoft, and other
- [Workman Nydegger Attorneys to Attend Annual INTA Meeting](https://www.wnlaw.com/events/workman-nydegger-attorneys-to-attend-annual-inta-meeting/) - Attorneys Justin Cassell, David Dellenbach, Sterling Fillmore, David Johnson, and Matthew Todd will be attending the 2026 Annual International Trademark Association [INTA] meeting in London, England. If you’re attending the annual meeting or would like to connect with our team, we’d love to hear from you! Please reach out at info@wnlaw.com.
- [Workman Nydegger Recognized in the IAM Patent 1000 2026 Edition](https://www.wnlaw.com/news/workman-nydegger-recognized-in-the-iam-patent-1000-2026-edition/) - The 2026 edition of the IAM Patent 1000 ranking has recognized Workman Nydegger as one of the leading patent law firms in the United States: Utah jurisdiction. The following attorneys were recognized for their outstanding contributions: Adrian Lee – Prosecution Brittany Frandsen - Next Generation: Recommended David Johnson - Litigation David Todd - Litigation Jens Jenkins –
- [Workman Nydegger Secures $9.4 Million Patent Jury Verdict for SnapPower in Northern District of Texas ](https://www.wnlaw.com/news/workman-nydegger-secures-9-4-million-patent-jury-verdict-for-snappower/) - Workman Nydegger successfully secured a $9.4 million jury verdict for SnapPower, a Utah-based technology company, in a patent infringement lawsuit tried in the United States District Court for the Northern District of Texas. After a five-day jury trial, the jury found that the defendant willfully infringed all five asserted SnapPower patents, upheld the validity of every asserted claim,
- [Workman Nydegger Welcomes 2026 Summer Law Clerks](https://www.wnlaw.com/news/workman-nydegger-welcomes-2026-summer-law-clerks/) - Workman Nydegger is excited to welcome our 2026 Summer Law Clerks: Jennifer Williams (2L), Trevor Lee (2L), Isaac Murri (2L), Kaylene Eyring (2L), Seth Nelson (1L), and Samuel Seager (1L). About Workman Nydegger Workman Nydegger specializes in intellectual property law and litigation. The firm represents a wide array of clients in all areas of intellectual property
- [When History Is Copyrighted: Lessons from the Zapruder Film ](https://www.wnlaw.com/blog/copyrighted-lessons-from-the-zapruder-film/) - Some of the most important moments in history are not captured by professionals, but by ordinary individuals in the right place at the right time. Few examples illustrate this better than the Zapruder film, a 26-second home movie that became one of the most analyzed pieces of footage in American history. Beyond its historical significance,
- [When Streaming Meets Leakage: What the Avatar: Aang, The Last Airbender Leak Signals for Film IP Protection](https://www.wnlaw.com/blog/when-streaming-meets-leakage-what-the-avatar-aang-the-last-airbender-leak-signals-for-film-ip-protection/) - Pre-Release Leak Raises Industry Concerns Recent reports that Avatar: Aang, The Last Airbender has been leaked on social media ahead of its planned October 2026 release raise concerns for intellectual property owners across the film and streaming industries. The film was originally slated for a theatrical release but was later positioned as a flagship title for Paramount+,
- [Workman Nydegger Attends UCLI Fundraiser Luncheon in Salt Lake City](https://www.wnlaw.com/events/workman-nydegger-attends-ucli-fundraiser-luncheon-in-salt-lake-city/) - Workman Nydegger attended the Utah Center for Legal Inclusion (UCLI) Fundraiser Luncheon, Building Impact Together, held on April 22, 2026, at the Salt Lake Marriott Downtown at City Creek in Salt Lake City, Utah. As a founding sponsor of UCLI, Workman Nydegger is proud to support the organization’s work to expand access and opportunity within
- [Workman Nydegger to Attend U Startup Launchpad During Biohive Week 2026](https://www.wnlaw.com/events/workman-nydegger-to-attend-u-startup-launchpad-during-biohive-week-2026/) - As a proud sponsor of the University of Utah Technology Licensing Office, we’re honored to support the innovators, researchers, and entrepreneurs shaping the future of science and technology. The Startup Launchpad is a one-day summit bringing together founders, investors, and industry leaders to explore cutting-edge ventures and build meaningful connections. It’s an incredible opportunity to
- [Workman Nydegger Attorneys to Attend BioHive Live Event](https://www.wnlaw.com/events/workman-nydegger-attorneys-to-attend-biohive-live-event/) - Attorneys Brad Barger and Spencer Fennemore will be attending the 2026 BioHive Live event on April 16, 2026. Now in its 12th year, the E&I Summit is an event that gathers Utah’s life sciences leaders, entrepreneurs, and the investor community. This year’s summit features a lineup of speakers, national and local investors, and a variety of
- [Attorney Justin Cassell Presents on U.S. Patent Eligibility (Section 101) and AI Patentability at Taiwan IP Office](https://www.wnlaw.com/news/attorney-justin-cassell-presents-on-u-s-patent-eligibility-section-101-and-ai-patentability-at-taiwan-ip-office/) - On March 19, 2026, Justin Cassell of Workman Nydegger delivered a presentation at the Taiwan Intellectual Property Office on subject matter eligibility in the United States under 35 U.S.C. § 101. Section 101 provides that “whoever invents or discovers any new and useful process, machine, manufacture, or composition of matter, or any new and useful improvement
- [USPTO Opens the Door Wider for Protecting SaaS User Interfaces](https://www.wnlaw.com/blog/uspto-opens-the-door-wider-for-protecting-saas-user-interfaces/) - On March 13, 2026, the USPTO issued new examination guidance that significantly eases design patent protection for computer‑generated interfaces and icons. The update relaxes how applicants must identify an “article of manufacture” under 35 U.S.C. § 171, giving software companies greater flexibility in claiming digital designs such as graphical user interfaces (GUIs), icons, and even
- [Inside Workman Nydegger’s Patent Agent Team: Where Innovation Meets Expertise](https://www.wnlaw.com/news/inside-workman-nydeggers-patent-agent-team-where-innovation-meets-expertise/) - Workman Nydegger is proud to highlight the exceptional talent of its patent agent team, whose diverse backgrounds play a critical role in helping clients secure and protect intellectual property. The firm’s patent agents bring broad technical experience across industries, including life sciences, biotechnology, medical devices, artificial intelligence, software, and advanced materials. Emily Pitsch leverages a multidisciplinary background in
- [Workman Nydegger Receives 2025 Proactive Award from SelectHealth Share Network](https://www.wnlaw.com/news/workman-nydegger-receives-2025-proactive-award-from-selecthealth-share-network/) - Workman Nydegger is proud to announce that the firm has been awarded the 2025 Proactive Care Award from the SelectHealth Share network, highlighting the firm’s strong commitment to employee health, wellness, and engagement. The Proactive Care Award is given to organizations that demonstrate exceptional dedication to workplace wellness initiatives. Workman Nydegger earned this honor by
- [Workman Nydegger and Attorneys Included in the 2026 Edition of the WTR 1000](https://www.wnlaw.com/news/workman-nydegger-and-attorneys-included-in-the-2026-edition-of-the-wtr-1000/) - Workman Nydegger is pleased to announce its recognition in the WTR 1000 2026: The World’s Leading Trademark Professionals, along with attorneys David Johnson, Matthew Barlow, and Michael Frodsham in the United States, Utah jurisdiction. The WTR 1000 is a distinctive guide highlighting leading trademark professionals and firms worldwide. Specializing solely in trademark law, it has become a
- [Workman Nydegger Secures Federal Circuit Affirmance of Summary Judgment of Noninfringement](https://www.wnlaw.com/news/workman-nydegger-secures-federal-circuit-affirmance-of-summary-judgment-of-noninfringement/) - Salt Lake City, UT — Workman Nydegger is pleased to announce a significant appellate victory for its client in the United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit. The court affirmed a district court decision granting summary judgment of noninfringement, delivering a complete win for the firm’s client. In Puradigm, LLC v. DBG Group Investments LLC, the
- [Attorneys Levi Brown and Collin Hansen Advance to Shareholder, and Peter Malen Transitions to Senior Counsel at Workman Nydegger](https://www.wnlaw.com/news/attorneys-levi-brown-and-collin-hansen-advance-to-shareholder-and-peter-malen-advances-to-senior-counsel-at-workman-nydegger/) - Workman Nydegger is pleased to announce the advancement of attorney Levi Brown to Equity Shareholder, attorney Collin Hansen to Non-Equity Shareholder, and attorney Peter Malen to Senior Counsel. Levi Brown is an IP prosecution attorney and a member of the Patent Prosecution Group at Workman Nydegger. Leaning on his degree in electrical engineering, combined with
- [Copyright Lessons from Taylor Swift](https://www.wnlaw.com/blog/copyright-lessons-from-taylor-swift/) - In 2017, Sean Hall and Nathan Butler filed a copyright infringement lawsuit against Taylor Swift, alleging that Swift’s 2014 song Shake It Off includes lyrics from Hall and Butler’s 2001 song Playas Gon’ Play. Specifically, Hall and Butler claim Swift copied their lyrics, “Playas, they gonna play / And haters, they gonna hate.” As the
- [New Upcoming Supreme Court Trademark Case](https://www.wnlaw.com/blog/new-upcoming-supreme-court-trademark-case/) - On June 5th, the Supreme Court granted certiorari in Vidal v. Elster, No. 22-704, to address the constitutionality of a refusal to register a trademark under 15 U.S.C. § 1052(c). Although the case arises from a narrow as-applied constitutional challenge, it could potentially resolve more far-reaching issues under the Lanham Act. Section 1052(c) provides in relevant
- [Amgen v. Sanofi: Implications for the Enablement Standard](https://www.wnlaw.com/blog/amgen-v-sanofi-implications-for-the-enablement-standard/) - In 2014, Amgen Inc. sued Sanofi and others for infringement of multiple patents covering technology related to monoclonal antibody therapies for treating high cholesterol. Sanofi et al. argued noninfringement because the claims were not enabled due to being overly broad, despite Amgen’s patent disclosure including more than 400 pages describing the genetic and polypeptide sequences
- [Context Matters](https://www.wnlaw.com/blog/context-matters/) - The Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit recently decided Axonics, Inc. v. Medtronic, Inc., 2022-1451, 2022-1452, (July 10, 2023) (Appeals taken from the United States Patent and Trademark Office, Patent Trial and Appeal Board in Nos. IPR2020-00715, and IPR2020-00679), a precedential case considering the appropriate inquiry to be performed with regard to the motivation
- [Potential Changes Coming to Design Patent Validity](https://www.wnlaw.com/blog/potential-changes-coming-to-design-patent-validity/) - The Federal Circuit recently granted en banc rehearing in the case of LKQ Corp. v. GM Global Technology Operations LLC. The court’s order granting rehearing shows that the case has the potential to result in significant changes to the law governing the validity of design patents. In assessing obviousness of a design patent, the Federal
- [Upcoming Supreme Court IP Oral Argument: What’s at Stake in Warner Chappell Music, Inc. v. Nealy](https://www.wnlaw.com/blog/upcoming-supreme-court-ip-oral-argument-whats-at-stake-in-warner-chappell-music-inc-v-nealy/) - The Supreme Court is scheduled to hear oral argument on February 21 in Warner Chappell Music, Inc. v. Nealy, No. 22-1078. The case centers on the Copyright Act’s statute of limitations, which provides in relevant part that “No civil action shall be maintained under the provisions of this title unless it is commenced within three
- [The Dilemma of Delay: Prosecution Laches](https://www.wnlaw.com/blog/the-dilemma-of-delay-prosecution-laches/) - Patent prosecution laches is an equitable doctrine whereby patent claims can be rejected for unreasonable and undue delay in prosecution. Prosecution laches can also be invoked in litigation proceedings to render patent claims unenforceable. Prosecution laches has been applied in cases of egregious delay, such as In re Bogese, 303 F.3d 1362, 64 USPQ2d 1448 (Fed. Cir.
- [USPTO Inventorship Guidelines for AI-Assisted Inventions](https://www.wnlaw.com/blog/uspto-inventorship-guidelines-for-ai-assisted-inventions/) - President Biden issued the “Executive Order on the Safe, Secure, and Trustworthy Development and Use of Artificial Intelligence” on October 30, 2023, including the objective to “promote a fair, open, and competitive ecosystem and marketplace for AI and related technologies so that small developers and entrepreneurs can continue to drive innovation.… stopping unlawful collusion and
- [Visual Signatures: Trade Dress Law for Brand Protection](https://www.wnlaw.com/blog/visual-signatures-trade-dress-law-for-brand-protection/) - Trade dress serves as the visual signature of a brand, encompassing everything from product and packaging designs to color schemes and overall presentation. In essence, it's the unique "look and feel" that sets a product or service apart in the eyes of consumers. This distinctiveness can play a pivotal role in brand recognition and customer
- [Don’t Ask Your Lawyer for a “Standard Agreement”](https://www.wnlaw.com/blog/dont-ask-your-lawyer-for-a-standard-agreement/) - Clients will often contact their attorney and ask for a “standard agreement.” Essentially the request is for the lawyer to pull something out of their form bank that can be provided for little or no cost to the client. However, this presents ethical issues for the lawyer as well as holes in legal rights for
- [Trademark Rights and Freedom of Speech: Unpacking the Supreme Court's Ruling in Vidal v. Elster](https://www.wnlaw.com/blog/trademark-rights-and-freedom-of-speech-unpacking-the-supreme-courts-ruling-in-vidal-v-elster/) - The Supreme Court issued its decision in Vidal v. Elster this past week. Elster addresses a constitutional challenge to the prohibition on the registration of a mark that “[c]onsists of or comprises a name … identifying a particular living individual except by his written consent.” 15 U.S.C. Sec. 1052(c). Elster sought to register the mark “TRUMP
- [Patent Eligibility Test Under 35 U.S.C. § 101 and Response Strategies](https://www.wnlaw.com/blog/patent-eligibility-test-under-35-u-s-c-§-101-and-response-strategies/) - The precedent set by the Supreme Court in Diamond v. Chakrabarty (447 U.S. 303 (1980)) held that “anything under the sun that is made by man” is patentable under 35 U.S.C. § 101. This standard allowed for the patenting of even mathematical formulas applied in practical processes, such as curing rubber, and genetically modified organisms.
- [Workman Nydegger Recognized in the IAM Patent 1000 2024 Edition](https://www.wnlaw.com/news/workman-nydegger-recognized-in-the-iam-patent-1000-2024-edition/) - Workman Nydegger is pleased to announce that nine of its attorneys have been recognized in the 2024 IAM Patent 1000 United States: Utah rankings. Among them, Rick Nydegger has been honored as a global leader, recognizing his exceptional contributions to the field of intellectual property law on an international scale. In addition, Workman Nydegger has
- [Three Workman Nydegger Attorneys Recognized as Salt Lake City’s “Lawyer of the Year” by Best Lawyers](https://www.wnlaw.com/news/three-workman-nydegger-attorneys-recognized-as-salt-lake-citys-lawyer-of-the-year-by-best-lawyers/) - Workman Nydegger Attorneys John Stringham, David Todd, and Thomas Vuksinick have been recognized as Salt Lake City’s "Lawyer of the Year" in the areas of Copyright Law (Stringham), Litigation in Intellectual Property (Vuksinick), and Patent Law (Todd) by Best Lawyers. Best Lawyers bestows this honor upon only one lawyer in each practice area and community.
- [20 Workman Nydegger Attorneys Named to the 2025 Best Lawyers, Including One to Watch](https://www.wnlaw.com/news/20-workman-nydegger-attorneys-named-to-the-2025-best-lawyers-including-one-to-watch/) - Workman Nydegger is happy to announce that 20 of our exceptional attorneys have been named in the 2025 edition of The Best Lawyers in America. Workman Nydegger is incredibly proud of their accomplishments and the recognition they have received. Adrian J. Lee - Patent Law Angela Silvers - Litigation (Intellectual Property), Patent Law Brian N.
- [Double Patenting Drama: Recent Cases and USPTO Proposals](https://www.wnlaw.com/blog/double-patenting-drama-recent-cases-and-uspto-proposals/) - The legal framework for obviousness-type double patenting (ODP) and its relationship to patent term adjustment (PTA) continues to evolve. In Gilead, the Federal Circuit held that a later-issued but earlier-expiring patent is a proper ODP reference against an earlier-issued, later-expiring patent (at least when different priority chains are involved), but left open the question of an
- [Workman Nydegger Attorneys Present a Oral Hearing Presented in the 12th Annual ABA-IPL Trademark Days with the USPTO](https://www.wnlaw.com/events/oral-hearing-presented-in-the-12th-annual-aba-ipl-trademark-days-with-the-uspto-including-attorneys-john-stringham-matthew-barlow-and-ryan-morris/) - Workman Nydegger attorneys, John Stringham, Matthew Barlow, and Ryan Morris will be presenting an oral hearing in one of the cases they represent which will be a live broadcast during the ABA-IPL Trademark Days with the USPTO program on Tuesday, September 17, 2024. To register and join the live broadcast at the 12th Annual ABA-IPL
- [Oral Hearing Presented by Three Workman Nydegger Attorneys Featured at the 12th Annual ABA-IPL Trademark Days with the USPTO](https://www.wnlaw.com/news/oral-hearing-presented-by-three-workman-nydegger-attorneys-featured-at-the-12th-annual-aba-ipl-trademark-days-with-the-uspto/) - Workman Nydegger is proud to announce that our attorneys, John Stringham, Matthew Barlow, and Ryan Morris, recently participated in an oral hearing for the case Revolution Jewelry Works, Inc. v. Stonebrook Jewelry, LLC DBA Revolution Jewelry, Proceeding No. 91248007. The hearing was viewed live at the 12th annual ABA-IPL Trademark Days, held in partnership with
- [Andrew Macdonald and Mansi Chauhan Join Workman Nydegger as New Associates](https://www.wnlaw.com/news/andrew-macdonald-and-mansi-chauhan-join-workman-nydegger-as-new-associates/) - Workman Nydegger is pleased to welcome Andrew Macdonald and Mansi Chauhan as Associates to the firm, strengthening our team with their diverse educational backgrounds. Mr. Macdonald brings a robust foundation in Chemical Engineering, having earned his degree from Brigham Young University. His technical expertise, combined with his J.D. from the University of Arizona, positions him
- [Workman Nydegger Mourns the Passing of Co-Founder H. Ross Workman](https://www.wnlaw.com/news/workman-nydegger-mourns-the-passing-of-co-founder-h-ross-workman/) - Salt Lake City, Utah - H. Ross Workman co-founded Workman Nydegger in 1984. He played a crucial role in shaping Workman Nydegger’s culture in a way that helped the firm to thrive. In the early stages, he envisioned the need for the firm to develop a national reputation rather than focusing solely on matters of
- [Workman Nydegger Celebrates the Swearing-In of Two of its Attorneys](https://www.wnlaw.com/news/workman-nydegger-celebrates-the-swearing-in-of-two-of-its-attorneys/) - Workman Nydegger is proud to announce that two of its attorneys, Andrew Macdonald and Mansi Chauhan, were officially sworn in as members of the Utah State Bar. The ceremony took place on October 3, 2024, at the Salt Palace Convention Center in Salt Lake City, Utah. This milestone marks a new chapter in their legal
- [Practical Tips for Responding to Office Action Rejections (Part I)](https://www.wnlaw.com/blog/practical-tips-for-responding-to-office-action-rejections-part-i/) - When responding to an Office Action, as a patent practitioner, you have a variety of tools available in your “toolbox”. One such tool includes identifying whether the cited art even qualifies under 35 USC 102(a) at all, or do any of the exceptions available under 35 USC 102(b) apply. It’s definitely worth looking at the
- [Workman Nydegger Attorneys Secure Copyright Win Before the Tenth Circuit](https://www.wnlaw.com/news/workman-nydegger-secures-copyright-win-before-the-tenth-circuit/) - Workman Nydegger achieved a decisive victory today in a groundbreaking Tenth Circuit Court of Appeals case that established a critical precedent under the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA). The ruling addressed a previously unanswered legal question regarding jurisdictional requirements for DMCA counter-notices – a win made possible through the exceptional advocacy of attorneys Ryan Morris
- [Practical Tips for Responding to Office Action Rejections (Part II)](https://www.wnlaw.com/blog/practical-tips-for-responding-to-office-action-rejections-part-ii/) - When responding to an Office Action, as a patent practitioner, you have a variety of tools available in your “toolbox”. A previous posting discussed several such tools. Another tool available in the toolbox is to consider whether the “proposed modification would render the prior art invention being modified unsatisfactory for its intended purpose”. In such
- [Workman Nydegger Recognized in the 15th Edition of Best Law Firms - United States](https://www.wnlaw.com/news/workman-nydegger-recognized-in-the-15th-edition-of-best-law-firms-united-states/) - Workman Nydegger is pleased to announce its ranking and inclusion in the 15th Edition of Best Law Firms - United States, independently produced by Best Lawyers. Workman Nydegger received a Metropolitan Tier 1 ranking in Utah for the following areas: Copyright Law, Litigation - Intellectual Property, Litigation - Patent, Patent Law, and Trademark Law. Best
- [Workman Nydegger Attorneys to attend the E&I Summit](https://www.wnlaw.com/events/attorneys-charles-meeker-john-stringham-logan-christenson-and-matthew-todd-to-attend-the-ei-summit/) - We’re proud to announce that our attorneys Charles Meeker, John Stringham, Logan Christenson, and Matthew Todd will be attending the 2025 Entrepreneur & Investor Life Sciences Summit, presented by Wilson Sonsini, on March 13, 2025. Now in its 12th year, the E&I Summit is an event that gathers Utah’s life sciences leaders, entrepreneurs, and the investor community.
- [Workman Nydegger Welcomes 2025 Summer Law Clerks](https://www.wnlaw.com/news/workman-nydegger-welcomes-2025-summer-law-clerks/) - Workman Nydegger is excited to introduce our 2025 Summer Law Clerks: Jennifer Williams (2L), Nathan Larsen (2L), Trevor Lee (1L), Gustavo Oliveira (1L), Isaac Murri (1L), Tyson Collett (1L), and Seth Nelson (0L). Over the next few months, our law clerks will have the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in patent drafting, trademarks, and other
- [Workman Nydegger Attorneys Named to 2025 Super Lawyers List](https://www.wnlaw.com/news/workman-nydegger-attorneys-named-to-2025-super-lawyers-list/) - Workman Nydegger is pleased to announce that thirteen of its attorneys have been recognized in the 2025 edition of the Mountain States Super Lawyers list. The Workman Nydegger attorneys included in the Mountain States Super Lawyers 2025 edition are: Michael J. Frodsham - Intellectual Property John M. Guynn - Intellectual Property David P. Johnson -
- [How LKQ Corp. v. GM Reshapes Obviousness for Design Patents](https://www.wnlaw.com/blog/how-lkq-corp-v-gm-reshapes-obviousness-for-design-patents/) - The Federal Circuit's ruling in LKQ Corp. v. GM has significantly altered the legal framework for evaluating design patent obviousness, replacing the long-standing Rosen/Durling test with a new analytical approach. This decision is already influencing proceedings at the Patent Trial and Appeal Board, creating important considerations for intellectual property practitioners and patent owners. For decades,
- [Workman Nydegger's Legal Work on Rapunzel Case Garners Media Attention En Route to Supreme Court](https://www.wnlaw.com/news/workman-nydeggers-legal-work-on-rapunzel-case-garners-media-attention-en-route-to-supreme-court/) - Workman Nydegger's representation in the high-profile "Rapunzel" trademark case is drawing national legal media coverage. Attorneys John Stringham, Matthew Barlow, David Todd, and Ryan Morris have led the case and recently filed a petition for writ of certiorari, seeking the Supreme Court’s review. Their cert. petition has been the subject of recent articles in leading
- [Workman Nydegger, along with attorneys John Stringham and Michael Frodsham, named in the inaugural Legal 500 Elite City Focus for Salt Lake City](https://www.wnlaw.com/news/workman-nydegger-along-with-attorneys-john-stringham-and-michael-frodsham-named-in-the-inaugural-legal-500-elite-city-focus-for-salt-lake-city/) - We are pleased to announce that our firm, together with attorneys John Stringham and Michael Frodsham, has been featured in the inaugural edition of the Legal 500 Elite City Focus for Salt Lake City. The Legal 500 is renowned worldwide for its comprehensive and authoritative rankings of law firms and individual practitioners. Inclusion in the
- [Workman Nydegger Attorney Ryan Morris to Speak at Utah State Bar’s 28th Annual IP Summit](https://www.wnlaw.com/events/workman-nydegger-attorney-ryan-morris-to-speak-at-utah-state-bars-28th-annual-ip-summit/) - Workman Nydegger is proud to announce that attorney Ryan Morris will be a featured speaker at the Utah State Bar’s 28th Annual IP Summit, taking place on Friday, February 20, 2026. This event brings together legal experts to explore current trends, challenges, and opportunities in intellectual property law. Ryan Morris will contribute to the “IP
- [Ryan Morris Presents IP Year in Review at Annual IP Summit](https://www.wnlaw.com/news/ryan-morris-presents-ip-year-in-review-at-annual-ip-summit/) - Workman Nydegger is pleased to share that attorney Ryan Morris recently presented the “Year in Review” at this year’s Annual IP Summit. Ryan’s presentation provided attendees with a comprehensive overview of key developments shaping the intellectual property landscape over the past year, including significant case law updates, legislative changes, and emerging trends affecting innovators and
- [Design Patents for Industrial Products: Global Strategies and Practical Lessons ](https://www.wnlaw.com/blog/design-patents-for-industrial-products-global-strategies-and-practical-lessons/) - Design patents are often associated with consumer products, sleek electronics, or fashion. But for many companies, especially those in industrial markets, design protection can be just as critical. A closer look at global design patent strategies in the United States, Europe, and China shows how these rights can be used effectively and what risks to
- [New Micro-Entity Fee Reduction Now Available at the European Patent Office](https://www.wnlaw.com/blog/new-micro-entity-fee-reduction-now-available-at-the-european-patent-office/) - With all the focus on the new European Unitary Patent System and Unified Patent Court, a recent development at the European Patent Office (EPO) has flown under the radar of many U.S. patent practitioners. Toby Hopkin, Partner and European/UK Patent Attorney for JA Kemp, with offices in London, Oxford, Cambridge, Paris, and Munich, visited Utah
- [E-commerce Patent Enforcement: Protecting Rights Holders in Online Retail](https://www.wnlaw.com/blog/e-commerce-patent-enforcement-protecting-rights-holders-in-online-retail/) - Too often, a company will create a new product, market it via online retail channels, and then discover someone (often multiple entities) has copied their product, interfering with profits and brand development for the original creator of the product. The tide of copycats may feel overwhelming, but there are a variety of ways to push
- [Jens C. Jenkins to Teach at Ascension Legal Studies Institute](https://www.wnlaw.com/events/jens-c-jenkins-to-teach-at-ascension-legal-studies-institute/) - Discover how artificial intelligence is transforming the legal profession in the course Harnessing AI in Legal Practice: Foundations, Applications, and Ethical Considerations at the Ascension Legal Studies Institute. Workman Nydegger attorney Jens C. Jenkins will dive into AI’s impact on the legal landscape - from streamlining contract analysis to revolutionizing legal research. Participants will gain
- [Attorneys Chul-Woo Lee, Lloyd Pollard, and Matthew Healey Advance to Shareholders at Workman Nydegger](https://www.wnlaw.com/news/attorneys-chul-woo-lee-lloyd-pollard-and-matthew-healey-advances-to-shareholders-at-workman-nydegger/) - Workman Nydegger is pleased to announce the advancement of Chul-Woo Lee and Matthew Healey to Shareholder, and Lloyd Pollard to Equity Shareholder. Chul-Woo Lee specializes in patent strategy for domestic and international filings. With expertise in portfolio development, freedom-to-operate analyses, and due diligence, he ensures efficient prosecution and client-focused outcomes. Matthew Healey leverages his background
- [Workman Nydegger and Attorney David Johnson Recognized in the WTR 1000 2025](https://www.wnlaw.com/news/workman-nydegger-and-attorney-david-johnson-recognized-in-the-wtr-1000-2025/) - Workman Nydegger is pleased to announce its recognition in the WTR 1000 2025: The World's Leading Trademark Professionals, along with attorney David P. Johnson in the United States, Utah jurisdiction. The WTR 1000 is a unique guide that identifies the top trademark professionals and firms in key jurisdictions across the globe. Focusing exclusively on trademark practice, the
- [Workman Nydegger Welcomes 2025 Winter/Spring Semester IP Interns](https://www.wnlaw.com/news/workman-nydegger-welcomes-2025-winter-spring-semester-ip-interns/) - Workman Nydegger is excited to welcome Lexi Felt and Nelson Bjazevich as the 2025 Winter/Spring Semester IP Interns to the firm. Lexi is a mechanical engineering student at the University of Utah, who brings a passion for understanding and optimizing complex systems. Nelson is a student at Brigham Young University, majoring in Chemistry. He excels
- [Workman Nydegger Attorneys Ryan Morris and Kirk Coombs to Speak at Utah State Bar’s 27th Annual IP Summit](https://www.wnlaw.com/events/workman-nydegger-attorneys-ryan-morris-and-kirk-coombs-to-speak-at-utah-state-bars-27th-annual-ip-summit/) - Workman Nydegger is proud to announce that attorneys Ryan Morris and Kirk Coombs will be featured speakers at the Utah State Bar's 27th Annual IP Summit, taking place on Friday, February 21, 2025. This event brings together legal experts to explore current trends, challenges, and opportunities in intellectual property law. Ryan Morris will contribute to
- [UDRP: One Tool To Address Online IP Infringement](https://www.wnlaw.com/blog/udrp-one-tool-to-address-online-ip-infringement/) - You run an ecommerce business, selling products through your own website—let’s say it's [yourname.com]. One day, a customer emails you asking why their order never arrived. You check their confirmation number, but there’s no record of it in your system. You ask for the website they ordered from, and at first glance, it looks exactly
- [Workman Nydegger Recognized in Chambers USA 2025](https://www.wnlaw.com/news/workman-nydegger-recognized-in-chambers-usa-2025/) - Workman Nydegger is honored to be recognized for Intellectual Property in the 2025 edition of Chambers USA, a prestigious legal guide showcasing the nation’s top law firms and attorneys. Chambers USA evaluates firms and individual attorneys based on rigorous criteria, including technical expertise, professional conduct, client service, and industry knowledge. Rankings are divided into bands
- [Workman Nydegger Secures Major Victory in Patent Litigation Case ](https://www.wnlaw.com/news/workman-nydegger-secures-major-victory-in-patent-litigation-case/) - At Workman Nydegger, we take pride in our ability to protect our clients’ innovations and secure hard-fought legal victories. This week, we’re celebrating a significant win for our client DuraSystems Barriers Inc., a case that highlights our team’s expertise in patent prosecution and litigation. Nearly six years ago, Workman Nydegger filed a patent infringement lawsuit
- [Attorney Michael Frodsham Featured on Harvest Growth Podcast: “From Patent to Payday: How Smart IP Turned a Purse Into $100 Million"](https://www.wnlaw.com/events/attorney-michael-frodsham-featured-on-harvest-growth-podcast-from-patent-to-payday-how-smart-ip-turned-a-purse-into-100-million/) - Workman Nydegger is pleased to announce that attorney Michael Frodsham was recently featured on The Harvest Growth Podcast to discuss how strategic intellectual property (IP) protection can transform innovative ideas into high-value assets. In the episode, Frodsham shares his expertise on leveraging IP to maximize commercial success; even for seemingly simple products. The full episode is now available
- [Attorneys Timothy Nichols and David Johnson Attend the 2026 Prosper Show](https://www.wnlaw.com/events/attorneys-timothy-nichols-and-david-johnson-attend-the-2026-prosper-show/) - Workman Nydegger attorneys David Johnson and Timothy Nichols will be attending the 2026 Prosper Show in Las Vegas, taking place on March 10-12, 2026. The Prosper Show is where established marketplace sellers (Amazon, Walmart, and beyond) network, connect, and learn how to make their businesses more profitable. Our attorneys will help marketplace sellers protect their intellectual property
- [Workman Nydegger Attorneys Attend the 2025 Prosper Show](https://www.wnlaw.com/events/attorneys-brian-platt-david-johnson-and-timothy-nichols-to-attend-the-2025-prosper-show/) - Workman Nydegger is proud to announce that attorneys Brian Platt, David Johnson, and Timothy Nichols will be attending the 2025 Prosper Show in Las Vegas, taking place on March 25-27, 2025. The Prosper Show is where established marketplace sellers (Amazon, Walmart, and beyond) network, connect, and learn how to make their businesses more profitable. Our attorneys will
- [Don’t Despair. Try to Declare! – Best Practices for Rule 132 Declarations](https://www.wnlaw.com/blog/dont-despair-try-to-declare-best-practices-for-rule-132-declarations/) - A Rule 132 Declaration is one patent prosecution tool for introducing relevant evidence into the examination record for overcoming a rejection. Because attorney arguments cannot take the place of factual evidence, it can be beneficial for the inventor (or another expert in the same field of technology) to submit the Rule 132 Declaration as evidence,
- [Supreme Court Clarifies Contributory Copyright Infringement in Cox v. Sony](https://www.wnlaw.com/blog/supreme-court-clarifies-contributory-copyright-infringement-in-cox-v-sony/) - On March 25, 2026, the Supreme Court issued its decision in Cox Communications, Inc. v. Sony Music Entertainment, reaffirming the limited scope of contributory copyright liability. The Court reversed a $1 billion jury verdict against Cox and clarified that mere knowledge of user infringement—without more—is insufficient to establish contributory liability. Background Sony Music and other copyright holders sued Cox, alleging that the internet service provider
- [Jamie Bame Joins Workman Nydegger as an Associate](https://www.wnlaw.com/news/jamie-bame-joins-workman-nydegger-as-an-associate/) - Workman Nydegger is pleased to welcome Jamie Bame as an associate to the firm. Jamie practices as a litigator in all areas of intellectual property law with a special focus on patent and trademark litigation. After graduating in the top 10% of her law school class, Jamie gained considerable patent litigation experience while clerking for
- [Brett Hansen Joins Workman Nydegger as an Of Counsel Attorney](https://www.wnlaw.com/news/brett-hansen-joins-workman-nydegger-as-an-of-counsel-attorney/) - Workman Nydegger is pleased to welcome Brett Hansen as an Of Counsel Attorney to the firm. Mr. Hansen counsels innovative companies on protecting and maximizing the value of their intellectual property in today’s fast-changing business environment. His experience includes working with manufacturers, producers, and technology firms to secure patents and trademarks, block counterfeits, and enforce
- [Workman Nydegger Recognized in the 2026 Edition of Best Law Firms](https://www.wnlaw.com/news/workman-nydegger-recognized-in-the-2026-edition-of-best-law-firms/) - Workman Nydegger is pleased to announce its inclusion in the 2026 Edition of Best Law Firms – United States, independently produced by Best Lawyers. Workman Nydegger received a Metropolitan Tier 1 ranking in Utah for the following areas: Copyright Law, Litigation – Intellectual Property, Litigation – Patent, Patent Law, and Trademark Law. Best Law Firms
- [Jinhee Nelson, Trevor Oldham, and Jeremy Pratt Join Workman Nydegger as Associates](https://www.wnlaw.com/news/jinhee-nelson-trevor-oldham-and-jeremy-pratt-join-workman-nydegger-as-associates/) - Workman Nydegger is pleased to welcome Jinhee Nelson, Trevor Oldham, and Jeremy Pratt as Associates to the firm. Ms. Nelson leverages a unique international perspective in her practice of litigation and intellectual property law. Having lived and worked in Asia, she is adept at navigating the complexities of cross-cultural legal matters, with a particular focus
- [Attorney Kenneth Dyer Advances to Equity Shareholder at Workman Nydegger](https://www.wnlaw.com/news/attorney-kenneth-dyer-advances-to-equity-shareholder-at-workman-nydegger/) - Workman Nydegger is pleased to announce the advancement of attorney Kenneth Dyer to Equity Shareholder. Ken Dyer is an intellectual property attorney with over 25 years of experience in litigation, strategic counseling, and patent monetization. As a former Chief IP and General Counsel for CoolIT Systems, he provides unique insight into business goals and creative
- [Workman Nydegger Attorneys Recognized in the 32nd Edition of Best Lawyers in America](https://www.wnlaw.com/news/workman-nydegger-attorneys-recognized-in-the-32nd-edition-of-best-lawyers-in-america/) - SALT LAKE CITY – August 21, 2025 – Workman Nydegger is thrilled to announce that 20 of its attorneys were named among the top legal professionals in Salt Lake City in the 2026 edition of The Best Lawyers in America®. Adrian J. Lee - Patent Law Angela Silvers - Litigation (Intellectual Property), Patent Law Brad
- [Workman Nydegger Attorneys Recognized with "Lawyer of the Year" Distinction by Best Lawyers](https://www.wnlaw.com/news/workman-nydegger-attorneys-recognized-with-lawyer-of-the-year-distinction-by-best-lawyers/) - SALT LAKE CITY – August 21, 2025 – Workman Nydegger is proud to announce that attorneys Dana Tangren, David Todd, and John Stringham were selected as 2026 "Lawyers of the Year" for the Salt Lake City metro area by Best Lawyers in America®. This prestigious honor, awarded to only a single lawyer per practice area
- [Workman Nydegger Recognized in the IAM Patent 1000 2025 Edition](https://www.wnlaw.com/news/workman-nydegger-recognized-in-the-iam-patent-1000-2025-edition/) - Workman Nydegger is proud to announce that eight of its attorneys have been ranked in the 2025 IAM Patent 1000: United States – Utah guide, a prestigious recognition of excellence in patent law. Additionally, the firm has been awarded Gold status, underscoring its commitment to delivering exceptional client service and legal expertise. The following attorneys
- [IP Moot Court Competition](https://www.wnlaw.com/events/ip-moot-court-competition/) - Workman Nydegger is hosting a local IP Moot Court Competition to select participants for the regional round of the AIPLA Giles Rich IP Moot Court Competition. Students from BYU’s J. Reuben Clark Law School and the University of Utah’s S.J. Quinney College of Law will be tasked with writing both an appellant and an appellee
- [Spot Parking](https://www.wnlaw.com/spotlight/spot-parking/) - At Workman Nydegger, we're constantly inspired by entrepreneurs who transform everyday frustrations into innovative solutions.
- [Ordinary PPL](https://www.wnlaw.com/spotlight/malik-moore/) - At Workman Nydegger, we love celebrating the innovators and entrepreneurs
- [Attorney Chul-Woo Lee Elected Secretary of the IP Section at Utah State Bar](https://www.wnlaw.com/news/attorney-chul-woo-lee-elected-secretary-of-the-ip-section-at-utah-state-bar/) - Workman Nydegger is pleased to announce that attorney Chul-Woo Lee has been elected as secretary for the Intellectual Property (IP) Section of the Utah State Bar. The IP section of the Utah State Bar offers a platform for learning and guidance on various topics such as patents, trademarks, litigation, copyright, e-commerce, trade secrets, licensing, post-grant
- [Final Rule on USPTO Fee Changes](https://www.wnlaw.com/blog/uspto-patent-fee-changes-effective-19-january-2025/) - The US Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) issued a final rule increasing fees effective 19 January 2025. The new fee rules include across-the-board increases of about 7.5% and other targeted increases intended to secure funds for future USPTO operation costs and address present shortcomings. These new fee rules involve new fees that were not previously
- [Ex Parte Reexaminations](https://www.wnlaw.com/blog/ex-parte-reexaminations/) - Ex Parte Reexamination remains a viable way for patent owners and third parties to request the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office to reconsider the validity of a granted patent based on patents and other printed publications that “escaped review” by the Examiner during prosecution. For patent owners, Ex Parte Reexamination is a vehicle that permits
- [Enforcement of the California Consumer Privacy Act - Sephora's Settlement](https://www.wnlaw.com/blog/enforcement-of-the-california-consumer-privacy-act-sephoras-settlement/) - The California Consumer Privacy Act (“CCPA”) is changing the landscape for data privacy and protection in the United States. Not only is understanding the basics of this law important to compliance, but understanding how it will be enforced is as well. For example, the CCPA creates a number of rights for covered individuals, including the
- [Patenting Chemical Compositions Containing Natural Products](https://www.wnlaw.com/blog/patenting-chemical-compositions-containing-natural-products/) - The Supreme Court has identified the patenting of natural products as a judicial exception to patentability. Claims directed to nothing more than abstract ideas (such as mathematical algorithms), natural phenomena, and laws of nature are not eligible for patent protection. Diamond v. Diehr, 450 U.S. 175, 185, 209 USPQ 1, 7 (1981). The natural products exception
- [Patent Your AI, Don't AI Your Patents](https://www.wnlaw.com/blog/patent-your-ai-dont-ai-your-patents/) - The release of ChatGPT in late 2022 created a tsunami of interest. That tsunami has spawned countless articles about the impending doom of knowledge-based professions extending from teachers to lawyers and doctors to accountants. It is undoubtedly true that ChatGPT, and its sibling generative AI offerings, provide pathways for significant change within many fields, including
- [Practical Tips for Claim Drafting](https://www.wnlaw.com/blog/practical-tips-for-claim-drafting/) - Drafting patent claims can be tricky, in that sometimes we may not think about the implications of how we choose to draft a given claim. For example, is there really any significant difference between “The method of claim 1, wherein the particle size is between 6 mm and 12 mm” as compared to “The method
- [Evolution of Patentable Subject Matter](https://www.wnlaw.com/blog/evolution-of-patentable-subject-matter/) - Over the past 200 years, the Supreme Court has grappled with challenging issues in areas where advanced technology and patent law collide. In recent years, the Supreme Court has issued opinions aimed at further defining the scope of patent eligible subject matter. Despite this guidance, significant questions remain; the rapid expansion of certain software inventions,
- [Artificial Intelligence: Technical Primer & Patenting Tips](https://www.wnlaw.com/blog/artificial-intelligence-technical-primer-patenting-tips/) - Artificial Intelligence (AI) has emerged as an important area of innovation and development for a variety of clients, whether they develop underlying AI technology, or utilize AI models to enhance their product offerings. AI is intelligence (e.g., perceiving, synthesizing, and inferring information) demonstrated by machines. As a subset of AI, machine Learning (ML) is a
- [Considerations for Legal Arguments in Patent Prosecution](https://www.wnlaw.com/blog/legal-and-technical-arguments-patent-prosecution/) - Patent prosecution is often performed by addressing the technical merits of the art cited by the Examiner in the response. This may include submitting arguments about the teachings of a particular reference. However, patent prosecution should not be limited to a discussion of the technical merits. There are many legal arguments that may also be
- [Primer for Patenting Methods of Treatment](https://www.wnlaw.com/blog/primer-for-patenting-methods-of-treatment/) - Under ideal circumstances an applicant generally tries to obtain a patent that claims the underlying invention as a substantive and definitive object or composition. In doing so, the claims extend protection from the invention itself to essentially any use or production thereof. However, such broad coverage is not always achievable, particularly in the medical field
- [§101 Applied to Mechanical Claims](https://www.wnlaw.com/blog/§101-applied-to-mechanical-claims/) - The 2019 Patent Eligibility Guidance (PEG) provided by the United States Patent Office (USPTO) has helped, to some degree, calm the § 101 storm as between patent examiners and stakeholders. The Federal Circuit, however, is not bound by this guidance and continues to make precedential decisions that muddy the waters, making it difficult for patent
- [Blockchains: A Brief Primer](https://www.wnlaw.com/blog/blockchains-a-brief-primer/) - Since publication of the Bitcoin blockchain in 2009, blockchains and cryptocurrencies have garnered much public attention. A blockchain contains a secure and tamper-resistant ledger of transactions. Additional blockchain characteristics include the lack of a central server, users are not required to use an intermediary to perform and/or record transactions on the blockchain, and blockchain users
- [Paris Convention Pitfalls When Filing Follow-on Patent Applications](https://www.wnlaw.com/blog/paris-convention-pitfalls-filing-follow-on-applications/) - The United States and most countries around the world are party to the Paris Convention for the Protection of Industrial Property (“Paris Convention”), signed in Paris, France on March 20, 1883. The treaty establishes common rules and outlines national treatment and priority rights between contracting States, thereby bringing continuity and union to the way contracting
- [The Written Description Requirement for Negative Claim Limitations](https://www.wnlaw.com/blog/the-written-description-requirement-for-negative-claim-limitations/) - A “negative claim limitation” is language recited in a patent claim that speaks to the absence of a feature, as opposed to a positive claim limitation that recites the presence of a feature. Key phrases that are often used to indicate a negative limitation include “devoid of,” “absence of,” “without,” “excluding,” and “omitting.” The Manual
- [When Is It Okay To Buy Counterfeit Goods?](https://www.wnlaw.com/blog/when-is-it-okay-to-buy-counterfeit-goods/) - By: Brian Platt and Tim Nichols Our law firm frequently challenges online e-commerce sellers for their unlawful sale of counterfeit goods. We are often asked about counterfeit goods: why should you “pay more” for genuine products? Is it legal to purchase and use a cheap knockoff? What about artwork—can you purchase and use the counterfeit?
- [Sign Your Own Name: A Review of Office of Enrollment and Discipline Decisions In 2021](https://www.wnlaw.com/blog/sign-your-own-name-a-review-of-office-of-enrollment-and-discipline-decisions-in-2021/) - Numerous individuals have been indicted, convicted, and imprisoned for violating 18 USC 1001, which prohibits lying to government officials. Many, if not most, actions performed before the USPTO are subject to this statute. While prosecutions are rare with respect to the USPTO, and the one conviction I am aware of was overturned for materiality reasons—the

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- [Chemical](https://www.wnlaw.com/technologies/chemical/) - Overview Professionals Results News & Insights The chemical arts broadly include organic and inorganic compounds of any size and shape. From small molecule pharmaceutics to long-chained polymers, chemical patents can cover the chemical structure, itself, as well as methods of making and using chemical compounds. Applications of this technology span many industries and applications, such
- [Biotech](https://www.wnlaw.com/technologies/biotech/) - Overview Professionals Results News & Insights Biotechnology generally refers to the application of science and technology to living organisms (or parts thereof). It concerns the application of cellular and molecular biology to understand and manipulate living or biological material at the molecular level. Many biotechnology inventions represent breakthroughs that can cover a wide range of
- [Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning](https://www.wnlaw.com/technologies/artificial-intelligence-machine-learning/) - Overview Professionals Results News & Insights Our firm has extensive experience in preparing and prosecuting patents related to artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML). We have drafted and filed patent applications for clients in various domains, such as natural language processing, computer vision, speech recognition, materials, fabrication, medical devices, sensor processing, data analysis, and
- [Technologies](https://www.wnlaw.com/technologies/)
- [Post-Grant Patent Proceedings](https://www.wnlaw.com/services/post-grant-patent-proceedings/) - Overview Professionals Results News & Insights Patent owners and third parties have several procedures available through Post-Grant Proceedings at the United States Patent & Trademark Office (USPTO), to correct or challenge a patent that has been granted. These proceedings have become an important part of litigation strategy since the enactment of the America Invents Act
- [IP Counseling](https://www.wnlaw.com/services/ip-counseling/) - Overview Professionals Results News & Insights Our attorneys are masters of their crafts, allowing them to strategically counsel and help protect your innovative technologies and brands. We work closely with key innovators and business managers to not only understand the technical details of your innovations but also how those details are expected to yield a sales advantage
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## Cases

- [DrainWig](https://www.wnlaw.com/case/drainwig/) - If you’ve ever had to clean out your clogged shower drain, you know how disgusting that blob of wet hair is. DrainWig is an innovative product that catches hair and prevents clogs using a simple stainless steel chain with rubber whiskers that you insert into your drain. Workman Nydegger patent prosecutors arranged in-person interviews with
- [Nox Medical](https://www.wnlaw.com/case/nox-medical/) - Nox Medical is a small technology company located in Reykjavik, Iceland. After the investment of years of effort, the scientists at Nox Medical developed an innovative sensor used in diagnostic studies for sleep disorder studies. The Nox sensor revolutionized the market. Natus Neurology, a multi-national company with annual revenues in excess of $500 million, lost
- [DIRTT](https://www.wnlaw.com/case/dirtt/) - DIRTT Environmental Solutions is a leading technology driven manufacturer of highly customized interiors, providing custom prefab modular interior solutions customized to suit spaces dimensionally, functionally, and aesthetically. On a recommendation from a business partner, DIRTT approached Workman Nydegger to assist with difficult patent claims related to DIRTT's 3D space design software. Workman Nydegger attorneys developed
- [Owlet](https://www.wnlaw.com/case/owlet/) - Owlet develops innovative devices that give parents better insights into the health and well-being of their infants. Owlet’s “Smart Sock” attaches comfortably to the baby’s foot and uses clinically-proven technology to track heart rate and oxygen levels of the baby and notifies parents in real time if something appears to be wrong. Through Owlet’s companion
- [Wavetronix](https://www.wnlaw.com/case/wavetronix/) - Wavetronix creates innovative tools for intelligent transportation systems designed to increase roadway efficiency and safety. One of the technologies pioneered by Wavetronix is its radar-based “dilemma zone” family of sensors, which monitor vehicles within 2-5 seconds of an intersection, a zone where studies show drivers cannot decide whether to accelerate through the intersection or slam on
- [3form](https://www.wnlaw.com/case/3form/) - 3form is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of sustainable building materials and architectural hardware solutions. Early in the company’s history, 3form developed an innovative process for encapsulating decorative material in resin, thereby preventing the materials from being crushed when manufactured. Obtaining patent coverage for this innovation was challenging, yet 3form engaged Workman Nydegger attorneys
- [Kerecis](https://www.wnlaw.com/case/kerecis/) - Kerecis, based in Iceland with a U.S. subsidiary, developed a revolutionary technology using fish skin to repair damaged human tissue, including severe and chronic wounds. Kerecis discovered a way to transform fish skin so that it retains its natural three-dimensional structure and the naturally occurring omega-3 fatty acids while sterilizing and drying the skin so

## Professionals

- [Reggie Pack](https://www.wnlaw.com/professional/reggie-pack/) - With more than 15 years of IT experience, Reggie serves as IT Director at Workman Nydegger, overseeing the firm’s technology infrastructure, systems strategy, and operational IT initiatives. Over the course of his career, Reggie has advanced through many technology roles, developing a comprehensive understanding of both the technical and strategic aspects of IT management. Reggie
- [Collin Hansen](https://www.wnlaw.com/professional/collin-hansen/) - Collin Hansen practices in all areas of intellectual property law with an emphasis on patent, trademark, and copyright litigation. He represents Fortune 100, 200, and 500 companies, as well as emerging businesses, in complex disputes involving a wide range of technologies and industries. His experience includes matters involving continuous glucose monitors (CGMs), coronary stents, pharmaceuticals,
- [Brittany Frandsen](https://www.wnlaw.com/professional/brittany-frandsen/) - Brittany Frandsen is a civil litigator who specializes in complex civil litigation and online enforcement of intellectual property assets such as trademarks, patents, and copyrights. Brittany has extensive experience prosecuting and defending intellectual property infringement claims in both state and federal court, as well as considerable experience with trademark cancellation and opposition proceedings at the
- [Sterling D. Fillmore](https://www.wnlaw.com/professional/sterling-fillmore/) - Sterling Fillmore enjoys working at the intersection of his background in physics and the practice of intellectual property law. Counseling clients in all aspects of intellectual property, he works with companies of all sizes, ranging from global multinational corporations to small startups and single inventors. He also serves universities, both inside and outside of Utah,
- [Thomas R. Vuksinick](https://www.wnlaw.com/professional/thomas-vuksinick/) - With over four decades of experience and as a senior member of the firm’s litigation group, Tom Vuksinick’s vast experience in major patent and IP disputes enables him to successfully advise clients in matters of unfair competition claims, patent and trademark infringement, false advertising, and employer/employee relations, including non-compete covenants. Tom is also involved in
- [Matthew A. Barlow](https://www.wnlaw.com/professional/matthew-barlow/) - With a keen understanding of clients’ businesses from nearly a decade as a modeler/animator and 3D visualization specialist for a leading 3D computer animation and modeling firm, Matthew set his sights on applying his creative talents to the field of law. A shareholder in Workman Nydegger’s Patent Trademark, and Copyright practice groups, Matthew handles all
- [Callie Buys Rogers](https://www.wnlaw.com/professional/callie-buys-rogers/) - Callie Rogers provides guidance and counsel to clients on general corporate and business matters, including business formation, contract drafting and review, and trademark registration. Experienced in providing general legal guidance to clients in a wide range of businesses, she has handled the following: · Preparing independent contractor agreements, nondisclosure agreements, and other related agreements for
- [Timothy D. Nichols](https://www.wnlaw.com/professional/timothy-nichols/) - A former engineer and federal law clerk, Tim Nichols has a breadth of experience assisting clients with complex patent, trademark, and copyright matters under federal and international laws. Tim regularly advises clients on how to obtain, enforce, and license various intellectual property assets and represents clients across a broad range of industries, including consumer products,
- [Jamie Bame](https://www.wnlaw.com/professional/jamie-bame/) - Jamie practices as a litigator in all areas of intellectual property law with a special focus on patent and trademark litigation. After graduating in the top 10% of her law school class at BYU Law, Jamie gained considerable patent litigation experience while clerking for the Honorable Chief Judge Colm F. Connolly in the United States
- [Morgan Tew](https://www.wnlaw.com/professional/morgan-tew/) - Morgan Tew is a Patent Agent at Workman Nydegger, where she focuses her practice on preparing patent applications across a range of complex technologies. Her work spans artificial intelligence and machine learning, software systems, and mechanical innovations, allowing her to support clients from early-stage development through patent issuance. She studied Materials Science and Engineering at
- [John M. Guynn](https://www.wnlaw.com/professional/john-guynn/) - With more than 25 years of assisting clients with their patent law needs, John M. Guynn supports clients in all aspects of patent prosecution. Mr. Guynn’s extensive experience includes the initial formulation of creative and broad-based patent strategies, preparation and filing of patent applications and arguments before the U.S. Patent Trademark Office and foreign patent
- [Barger, W. Brad](https://www.wnlaw.com/professional/brad-barger/) - With an understanding that his clients are working to make their customer’s lives better through innovation and technology, Brad helps clients protect their hard-earned innovations through patents, trademarks, trade dress, trade secrets, and copyrights. Passionate about helping clients bring their products to market, Brad helps them pursue patent protection within a broad array of subject
- [Thomas M. Bonacci](https://www.wnlaw.com/professional/thomas-bonacci/) - Thomas Bonacci represents and counsels clients in all areas of U.S. patent and trademark practice. In close collaboration with inventors and technology interests, he has drafted and successfully prosecuted many patent applications which have now been issued as United States patents. Tom represents clients in the electronic, information science, telecommunication, software, e-commerce, and telephony industries,
- [Justin J. Cassell](https://www.wnlaw.com/professional/justin-cassell/) - Justin represents clients in intellectual property matters, focusing on patent prosecution, portfolio strategy, and opinion work. By aligning patent strategies with clients’ commercial objectives, Justin navigates the complexities of the patent process, from analyzing invention disclosures to preparing and filing applications. His comprehensive approach includes drafting opinion letters and coordinating global patent prosecution initiatives, ensuring
- [Logan B. Christenson](https://www.wnlaw.com/professional/logan-christenson/) - Logan Christenson is an IP prosecution attorney, and a member of the Patent Prosecution Group at Workman Nydegger. His advanced degree in biological engineering is coupled with his extensive experience in the following technologies and designs: Agricultural technology Medical device design Bioreactor and bioprocess design Bioreactor control system programming and design Recombinant microorganism design, and
- [Chad E. Nydegger](https://www.wnlaw.com/professional/chad-nydegger/) - With over two decades of experience, Chad Nydegger is both a first-chair litigator and intellectual property prosecution portfolio manager. His practice focuses on all aspects of intellectual property enforcement and defense including litigation before federal and state trial and appellate courts, trademark opposition and cancellation proceedings before Trademark Trial and Appeal Board, and patent validity
- [Kirk C. Coombs](https://www.wnlaw.com/professional/kirk-coombs/) - Bringing more than a decade of experience in patent drafting and prosecution, Kirk Coombs has a diverse background in software and computer engineering. He also understands the specific needs of international patent preparation. With past experience as a Linux Support Engineer and a deep personal interest in technology, clients value his seasoned knowledge in hardware
- [David B. Dellenbach](https://www.wnlaw.com/professional/david-dellenbach/) - David B. Dellenbach uses his background in both English and Chemistry to help clients with the preparation and prosecution of chemical and mechanical patent applications, design patent applications, trademark applications, and licensing in both international and U.S. IP arenas. He has worked extensively with clients in chemical, mechanical, and life sciences. Mr. Dellenbach also serves
- [David R. Todd](https://www.wnlaw.com/professional/david-todd/) - David Todd’s practice focuses on intellectual property litigation, including patent, trademark, copyright, and trade secret litigation. He also counsels clients on matters requiring expertise in intellectual property law, including issues of patent infringement and validity. David has participated as counsel in over 40 appeals at the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit and
- [Michael J. Frodsham](https://www.wnlaw.com/professional/michael-frodsham/) - With over two decades of experience, Michael Frodsham draws upon his background in biochemistry and his previous career as a genetic sequence analyst at Myriad Genetics to assist his clients in drafting and prosecuting patents in computer software, architectural, chemical, and medical arts, as well as the preparation and prosecution of patents, trademark and copyright
- [J. Dustin Howell](https://www.wnlaw.com/professional/dustin-howell/) - J. Dustin Howell’s experience runs deep in physics, optics, mechanics, and mechanical engineering; interests he continues to develop through his work with clients in sports, exercise, medical, petroleum, and other industries. He uses this background to help clients with the preparation and prosecution of U.S. and international patent and trademark applications, as well as licensing
- [Jens C. Jenkins](https://www.wnlaw.com/professional/jens-jenkins/) - Having developed and managed IP portfolios for individuals and companies, from small start-ups to large international corporations, Jens Jenkins has significant experience and a deep understanding of patent drafting, patent prosecution and post-examination proceedings. His practice is primarily focused on drafting and prosecuting patent applications, with a particular focus on conducting Examiner interviews at the
- [Shane K. Jensen](https://www.wnlaw.com/professional/shane-jensen/) - As a patent attorney for over two decades, Shane Jenson focuses on patent preparation and prosecution. From microcontrollers and integrated circuit chip design to semiconductor lasers, fiber optics, electronic test equipment, software, wireless communication systems, video compression/decompression systems, and medical devices, Shane’s experience in the technology sector is far-reaching. In particular, Shane works with both
- [Adrian J. Lee](https://www.wnlaw.com/professional/adrian-lee/) - As a seasoned attorney, Adrian Lee puts his legal experience to work for clients as both a patent prosecutor and litigator. Having practiced intellectual property law for a quarter of a century, he has been involved with the drafting and prosecution of over 1,000 U.S. patent applications and countless international and foreign patent applications. With advanced
- [Peter F. Malen](https://www.wnlaw.com/professional/peter-malen/) - An intellectual property attorney for nearly 26 years, Peter Malen is a senior counsel at the firm with a broad range of technical and legal experience. Beginning his professional career as a mechanical engineer, Peter worked in various technical capacities with the U.S. Department of Defense, where he gained over a decade of experience in
- [Charles A. Meeker](https://www.wnlaw.com/professional/charles-meeker/) - Charles (Chuck) Meeker holds advanced degrees and training in the life sciences, including biochemistry, molecular biology, oncological sciences, and biotechnology. Clients value his extensive knowledge in these areas to help them understand and navigate the unique challenges of IP prosecution in these and other fields. In the U.S. and overseas, clients rely on his experience
- [Rick D. Nydegger](https://www.wnlaw.com/professional/rick-nydegger/) - Rick D. Nydegger is registered to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, and is admitted to the U.S. Supreme Court, the Federal Circuit Court of Appeals, and the Utah Supreme Court. He has extensive experience in the prosecution of electronic, software, information science, e-commerce technologies and medical device technologies, and represents many of
- [J. LaVar Oldham](https://www.wnlaw.com/professional/lavar-oldham/) - With an electrical engineering background and over two decades of experience, LaVar Oldham is Of Counsel at Workman Nydegger and an IP prosecutor engaged in helping clients create and manage intellectual property. With extensive experience in various industries including computer systems, IT, encryption, circuit design, fiber optics, complex communication systems, control systems, analog and digital
- [Carl T. Reed](https://www.wnlaw.com/professional/carl-reed/) - With nearly three decades assisting clients in preparing and prosecuting patent applications, Carl Reed has also been involved in licensing patents. Carl’s experience in the industry includes preparing and prosecuting inventions related to all aspects of printing technologies, and wireless devices, networks, and protocols. He also assists clients in securing patents in networking technologies, software
- [Jonathan W. Richards](https://www.wnlaw.com/professional/jonathan-richards/) - Jonathan W. Richards works closely with clients in the management and development of their IP portfolios by helping them identify and protect key innovations and technologies through careful selection of U.S. and foreign IP protection strategies. He holds extensive experience working with patent, trademark and copyright matters and conducts due diligence investigations focused on funding
- [Fraser D. Roy](https://www.wnlaw.com/professional/fraser-roy/) - Fraser Roy’s practice includes all aspects of intellectual property law with a focus on assisting clients in managing and developing their IP portfolios using U.S. and foreign IP protection strategies to identify and protect key innovations and technologies. With this underlying motivation, Fraser’s practice includes the preparation and prosecution of patent applications in the United
- [Stringham, John C.](https://www.wnlaw.com/professional/john-stringham/) - With over 30 years of experience, John Stringham is registered to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office and is admitted to the U.S. Supreme Court, the Federal Circuit Court of Appeals, and the Utah Supreme Court. His practice includes all facets of intellectual property law with an emphasis on the preparation and prosecution
- [Dana L. Tangren](https://www.wnlaw.com/professional/dana-tangren/) - With over three decades assisting clients in managing patent portfolios and developing procurement strategies, Dana Tangren is an IP prosecutor with a broad range of skills in mechanical, electro-mechanical, bio-mechanical, production and processing, and medical device technologies. His background in engineering enables him to successfully guide and consult individual inventors and large international corporations in
- [Matthew D. Todd](https://www.wnlaw.com/professional/matthew-todd/) - Matthew Todd has 20+ years of experience assisting clients with the preparation and prosecution of patents, principally in the chemical and mechanical arts. Matt’s experience includes patent preparation for bleach-based and other cleaning compositions, starch-polymer blends, medical and dental technologies, silicon and other carbide materials, alloys, catalysts, biodegradation and air pollution control systems, modular furniture
- [Gerrit C. Winkel](https://www.wnlaw.com/professional/gerrit-winkel/) - As an intellectual property lawyer handling preparation and prosecution of patent applications, Gerrit Winkel advises clients in industries including biochemistry, biotechnology, and material sciences. His work for clients includes drafting and prosecuting through all phases of domestic and international patent prosecution, including restriction practice, office action responses, appeal practice, interview practices, and petitions. Areas of
- [Levi Brown](https://www.wnlaw.com/professional/levi-brown/) - Levi Brown is an IP prosecution attorney and a member of the Patent Prosecution Group at Workman Nydegger. Leaning on his degree in electrical engineering, combined with his experience as an engineer prior to attending law school, he assists clients in obtaining international and U.S. patents. Levi has also assisted clients in various post grant
- [Tyler J. Eller](https://www.wnlaw.com/professional/tyler-eller/) - Working with all aspects of foreign and U.S. patent and trademark filings since 2007, Tyler Eller’s expertise includes client intake and matter transfers, including patent family analysis, as well as preparing and managing client patent portfolios, including all docket management, cost analysis and estimates, manage chain of title, ownership, and assignment matters. Tyler is experienced
- [Shauna M. Huston](https://www.wnlaw.com/professional/shauna-huston/) - With over 25 years of experience in law firm management, Shauna Huston serves as the firm’s Executive Director. She oversees all daily operations of the firm including human resources, accounting/finance, facilities, docketing, records, information technology, marketing and strategic planning and implementation. Shauna has earned a number of certifications and licenses including: Senior Certified Professional certification
- [Alysha A. Miller](https://www.wnlaw.com/professional/alysha-miller/) - With over 24 years of experience in the legal industry, Alysha Miller is a prosecution paralegal specializing in U.S. and Foreign patent prosecution. Working at Workman Nydegger for nearly 19 years, Alysha has worked as an IP Assistant, a docketing specialist and, for the past ten years, as an IP Paralegal working with both domestic
- [Jennifer Hunter](https://www.wnlaw.com/professional/jennifer-hunter/) - Jennifer Hunter has more than 25 years of experience as a litigation paralegal in intellectual property, civil and commercial litigation and white collar defense, including internal corporate investigations and corporate and individual representation in government investigations. Jennifer’s experience includes managing complex civil litigation and enforcement of intellectual property assets such as trademarks, patents, and copyrights.
- [Matthew E. Healey](https://www.wnlaw.com/professional/matthew-healey/) - Matthew Healey is a registered patent attorney who focuses on assisting clients in a variety of intellectual property matters. With a background in applied physics, Matthew’s intellectual property experience includes: Preparing and prosecuting patent applications in electrical, mechanical, electromechanical, medical, optical, software, artificial intelligence, and mixed-reality technologies Leading IP strategy and invention disclosure meetings with
- [Angela L. Silvers](https://www.wnlaw.com/professional/angela-silvers/) - Angela Silvers possesses a Ph.D. in Organic/Inorganic Chemistry from Princeton University and has completed postdoctoral fellowships at the University of Georgia (Chemistry Department) and the University of Massachusetts, Amherst (Dept. of Polymer Science and Engineering). Working at the intersection of law and science enables her to assist clients in protecting their innovations in a variety
- [Lisa Bateman](https://www.wnlaw.com/professional/lisa-bateman/) - For over 30 years, Lisa Bateman has worked in the legal field. Starting her career in Banking, Corporate, and Corporate Bankruptcy, she then settled into intellectual property in 2007 and has been sharpening her skills ever since. Lisa’s intellectual property experience is deep and wide and includes working with Foreign Patent and Trademark Prosecution, U.S.
- [Brian N. Platt](https://www.wnlaw.com/professional/brian-platt/) - Brian’s practice focuses on the protection of intellectual property rights, including patents, trademarks, trade secrets, and copyrights. Managing high-stakes patent litigation matters around the world, including the United States, Germany, the Netherlands, and China, Brian’s experience encompasses litigating numerous patent and technology matters in the areas of video and streaming, computer systems and software, and
- [Lindsey Gifford](https://www.wnlaw.com/professional/lindsey-gifford/) - Working in the legal field for over a decade, Lindsey Gifford has focused on Intellectual Property law since 2014. With a focus on industries such as biomedical engineering, software products, hospitality, and food and beverage, among others, she has experience working with U.S. and Foreign Patent and Trademark Prosecution, Patent and Trademark Office Action Responses
- [Shelise Rupp](https://www.wnlaw.com/professional/shelise-rupp/) - Shelise Rupp is routinely involved in trademark prosecution and enforcement, intellectual property and commercial litigation, and contract drafting and review. Her practice includes advising clients on data protection issues in connection with various data privacy laws, including the European Union’s and United Kingdom’s General Data Protection Regulations (“GDPR”), the California Consumer Privacy Act (“CCPA”), and
- [Rachelle Turner](https://www.wnlaw.com/professional/rachelle-turner/) - In the legal field since 2010, Rachelle Turner has worked in Intellectual Property law for the last decade. She is a prosecution paralegal specializing in U.S. and foreign patent prosecution and trademark prosecution. She also has experience with Trademark Opposition procedures and client due diligence. Working with foreign counsel from around the world in filing
- [Ted Cundick](https://www.wnlaw.com/professional/ted-cundick/) - For over 20 years, Ted Cundick has assisted clients in finding solutions to complex commercial litigation matters in both state and federal court in Utah and beyond. He also has expertise in bankruptcy law and creditor’s rights having represented debtors, creditors, and trustees in all aspects of complex bankruptcy proceedings, financial restructurings, and workout-related litigation matters. No
- [Sarah A. Hill](https://www.wnlaw.com/professional/sarah-hill/) - Sarah Hill serves as the Human Resources Manager at Workman Nydegger. Her years of experience in human resources, with a specialization in process improvement and multi-state compliance, enables her to oversee all aspects of human resources for the firm including compliance, performance management, and full cycle talent acquisition. Sarah recently earned the prestigious SHRM-CP certification,
- [Spencer Fennemore](https://www.wnlaw.com/professional/spencer-fennemore/) - As a registered patent attorney, Spencer Fennemore’s practice involves the preparation and prosecution of patent applications directed towards various technologies, including medical devices, biotechnology, computational imaging and modeling, material science, and manufacturing processes. Spencer also prepares patentability, validity, clearance, and infringement opinions. Prior to joining Workman Nydegger, Spencer worked as an engineer at Integra LifeSciences,
- [Ethan Boyce](https://www.wnlaw.com/professional/ethan-boyce/) - Ethan Boyce has worked in the legal field for nearly a decade with the majority of his experience in intellectual property law. His dedication to continuing his legal education and expertise ensures the best outcome for all clients. Helping clients ranging from small start-ups to multi-million-dollar corporations, Ethan has experience working with U.S. and Foreign
- [Chul-Woo Lee](https://www.wnlaw.com/professional/chul-woo-lee/) - Chul-Woo Lee is a registered patent attorney whose practice involves advising clients on their patent strategies for domestic and international filings. He is experienced in all phases of patent portfolio development including: patentability searches U.S. and International application preparation and prosecution due diligence clearance investigations (freedom-to-operate/right-to-use) associated opinions In his work, Chul-Woo has supervised junior
- [Lindsey Potter](https://www.wnlaw.com/professional/lindsey-potter/) - Working in Intellectual Property law since 2008, Lindsey Potter is a prosecution paralegal specializing in both domestic and foreign patent and trademark prosecution, including applications, office action responses, renewal and maintenance, ownership and assignments, and client due diligence. Ms. Potter also has experience with trademark clearance searches, trademark watches, and trademark oppositions before the Trademark
- [Lloyd Pollard](https://www.wnlaw.com/professional/lloyd-pollard/) - For more than 20 years, Lloyd Pollard’s practice has focused on the protection of intellectual property rights, including patents, trademarks, trade secrets, and copyrights. He has spent his career counseling a wide variety of clients on all aspects of intellectual property matters in support of their business objectives. Lloyd has a history of helping clients
- [Ryan C. Morris](https://www.wnlaw.com/professional/ryan-morris/) - Ryan's practice focuses on solving complex legal problems, with an emphasis on high-stakes civil litigation. With decades of experience, he has successfully represented clients in federal courts across the nation, including the Supreme Court of the United States, nearly all U.S. Courts of Appeal, numerous U.S. District Courts, the U.S. Patent Trial and Appeal Board,
- [Kenneth Dyer](https://www.wnlaw.com/professional/kenneth-dyer/) - With a practice focused on the protection of intellectual property rights, Ken Dyer’s 25+ years of experience includes patent and other IP litigation, strategic IP counseling, patent monetization through sales and licensing, patent valuation, and patent prosecution and portfolio management. Clients worldwide hire Ken to assist with complex technology and business litigation matters because Ken
- [Sarah Terry](https://www.wnlaw.com/professional/sarah-terry/) - Sarah practices as a litigator in all areas of intellectual property law, as well as consumer data privacy law. Sarah’s background in art and art history is paired with a passion to advocate for creators, innovators, brands, and entrepreneurs. Her trained eye and legal mind combine to foster creative solutions for her clients. During law
- [Rachel Dodge](https://www.wnlaw.com/professional/rachel-dodge/) - With nearly 20 years in the legal field, Rachel has experience as a paralegal/legal assistant, assisting in a variety of roles throughout her career and specializing in civil and commercial litigation. With extensive experience managing litigation cases at the state and federal levels, Rachel currently serves the Litigation group as a docketing specialist and paralegal.
- [Mansi Chauhan](https://www.wnlaw.com/professional/mansi-chauhan/) - Mansi Chauhan is a registered patent attorney who practices in all areas of intellectual property law. Her primary focus lies in the preparation and prosecution of patent applications within the life sciences and software industries. Mansi attended the University of Texas at Dallas, where she received her B.S. in Neuroscience and went on to receive
- [Andrew Macdonald](https://www.wnlaw.com/professional/andrew-macdonald/) - Andrew Macdonald is a registered patent attorney with expertise in all areas of intellectual property law. He primarily focuses on chemistry and chemical engineering processes, mechanical goods and processes, software products and systems, and trademarks. He attended Brigham Young University where he obtained his B.S. Degree in Chemical Engineering and went on to get his
- [George Chen](https://www.wnlaw.com/professional/george-chen/) - George Chen focuses his practice on intellectual property law, with a particular emphasis on securing and managing U.S. and international patent protection. Fluent in English and Mandarin with a working knowledge of Japanese, he combines his legal expertise and technical background as a former patent engineer in Taiwan (1973–1983) to advise clients on cross-border IP
- [Dacia Holt](https://www.wnlaw.com/professional/dacia-holt/) - Dacia is a seasoned paralegal with a focus on patent and trademark law for both domestic and foreign matters. With over 10 years of experience in the field, Dacia has developed a strong expertise in navigating complex legal frameworks, ensuring comprehensive support for clients in protecting their innovations. When she isn't working, Dacia enjoys spending
- [Dan Miles](https://www.wnlaw.com/professional/dan-miles/) - Dan Miles is an accomplished accounting professional with over 20 years of experience in financial management. As the firm’s Controller, he oversees the accounting team, coordinates financial operations, and delivers key financial insights and reports to firm leadership. Dan began his career in public accounting and has since held financial roles across multiple industries, including
- [Jeremy Pratt](https://www.wnlaw.com/professional/jeremy-pratt/) - Jeremy Pratt is an associate at Workman Nydegger, focusing his practice on intellectual property litigation. His experience with the firm began as a law clerk, where he gained hands-on experience in IP litigation by assisting with legal research, motion practice, and discovery management. Before joining Workman Nydegger, Mr. Pratt built a strong foundation in litigation
- [Trevor Oldham](https://www.wnlaw.com/professional/trevor-oldham/) - Trevor Oldham is a Registered Patent Attorney with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. He focuses on patent prosecution and intellectual property matters in the United States and internationally. Mr. Oldham's practice is supported by a strong technical background in computer systems, software, electronics, electrical engineering, mechanics, and mechanical engineering. This deep technical knowledge allows
- [Jinhee Nelson](https://www.wnlaw.com/professional/jinhee-nelson/) - Jinhee Nelson leverages a unique international perspective in her practice of litigation and intellectual property law. Having lived and worked in Asia, she is adept at navigating the complexities of cross-cultural legal matters, with a focused interest in copyright and trademark law. Ms. Nelson's commitment to service and the law is evident in her diverse
- [Emily Smith](https://www.wnlaw.com/professional/emily-smith/) - Emily Smith is a registered patent agent who focuses on the preparation and prosecution of patent applications. She leverages her expertise to serve clients in the medical device, mechanical systems, and biotechnology sectors. Her practice also includes drafting comprehensive legal opinions on patentability, validity, freedom-to-operate, and infringement. Emily holds both a Bachelor of Science and
- [Brett Hansen](https://www.wnlaw.com/professional/brett-hansen/) - Brett Hansen counsels innovative companies on protecting and maximizing the value of their intellectual property in today’s fast-changing business environment. His experience includes working with manufacturers, producers, and technology firms to secure patents and trademarks, block counterfeits, and enforce IP rights on a global scale. Brett’s counsel is sought by organizations seeking to overcome complex
- [David P. Johnson](https://www.wnlaw.com/professional/david-johnson/) - Dave is an IP litigator with nearly 15 years of global patent and trademark experience and an extensive e-commerce practice. He plays an instrumental role in directing litigation and enforcement efforts for large brands and sellers and seamlessly integrates with internal client teams to reduce cost and maximize timely and efficient enforcement. His significant patent

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