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Six of one, half dozen of patents and trademarks
This week's total: 6 patents and trademarks. 3 of the 4 patents go to Steve I., who designed these super fun, funky and functional motorcycle engine guards. They flash different colors in the dark, either to the beat of music or to your turn signal. One design looks...
Local high school students set to receive second utility patent – Reflections on the value of an MIT education
It’s been quiet on the website, but things are really popping at the office. I’ve got 4 patents coming in October 15: three design patents for illuminated motorcycle engine guards and a utility patent for twist-free cling wrap. This is the second utility patent for my...
A thick envelope kind of week
It was another thick envelope kind of week. Last week’s count: 1 patent, 2 trademarks. The patent issued just 6 months after filing. The examiner allowed the application immediately and without any amendment. Clients and I love when this happens. This is the third...
Columbia College Business of Design Class welcomes Lesley Wallerstein
You may not know that, in a former life, I actually taught high school science. I could not get enough of sharing my love of life science and technology with others. So, I decided to do it professionally. I took a 5 year sabbatical from practicing law. I got a...
More patents and trademarks issue: Clients happy
It’s been quiet on the blog, but the last two months have been busy making clients happy. Two more patents issued: one for a new percussion musical instrument and the other for a clever sun shield for the face. Many more are coming soon. I’ve delivered several state...
Grateful to be named to the 2019 Illinois Super Lawyers list
In other news, Super Lawyers Magazine has named me to their 2019 list of Illinois Super Lawyers®. I am grateful for my peers for nominating me. It means a great deal to have their trust and respect. According to their website, Super Lawyers selects attorneys using a...
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