Overview
Aaron's intellectual property law expertise includes preparing and prosecuting patent applications in the mechanical, electrical, and computer software arts, as well as trademark applications, and copyright applications. He provides strategic counsel on patent infringement and related issues and has rendered infringement, patentability, and validity opinions. With significant domestic and international experience, he collaborates with technology companies and patent professionals throughout Asia and Europe. His extensive background includes filing and prosecuting patent applications originating outside of the U.S. He travels regularly to Asia and Europe to better serve his clients located in those regions and to maintain close ties with foreign IP attorneys who can assist his US clients in protecting their IP overseas.
Aaron is currently a member of the Cleveland Intellectual Property Law Association, the American Intellectual Property Law Association (AIPLA), the International Federation of Intellectual Property Attorneys (FICPI), and the International Association for the Protection of Intellectual Property (AIPPI).
He earned his J.D. from the University of Toledo College of Law and holds a bachelor's degree in electronic engineering technology from the University of Toledo.
Representative Cases & Matters
Aaron's representation has included work for clients in a variety of technology and computing fields, including:
- Mobile communications technology and network standards
- Semiconductor fabrication technologies
- RF communications hardware, including power amplifier, RF modules and front end circuits
- Aerospace technology, including aircraft body, frame, control and engine structures
- Medical imaging hardware and software
- Online gaming and social networking
- Computer software user interfaces
Credentials
Education
The University of Toledo, J.D.
The University of Toledo, B.E.T. Electronics Engineering Technology
Admissions – Court
- Ohio Supreme Court
- U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Ohio
- U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
Admissions – State
- Ohio
Professional & Civic
Professional Activities
Cleveland Intellectual Property Law Association
American Intellectual Property Law Association (AIPLA)
International Federation of Intellectual Property Attorneys (FICPI)
International Association for the Protection of Intellectual Property (AIPPI)