Business Details
39 Years
experience
Trusted Patent Attorney Services in Santa Clara, CA
Since 1987, our firm has specialized in patent procurement for technology-driven clients across Silicon Valley and beyond. With over 30 years of experience, we focus on securing high-quality patents in electronics, computing, and telecommunications while providing personalized service directly from our lead attorney. Our approach emphasizes education, transparency, and predictable pricing to help clients navigate patent complexities. We serve large corporations, startups, and individual inventors, combining technical expertise with ethical representation. Our work extends to trademark support, licensing agreements, and litigation assistance, tailored to each client's needs.Located in Santa Clara, we serve local Bay Area clients and those nationwide or internationally. Our commitment to exceptional value has earned long-term relationships and consistent client referrals. We prioritize quality over volume, ensuring every patent application meets rigorous standards. Our founder's background in electrical engineering and law strengthens our ability to protect innovations effectively. While our office closed in 2023, our legacy reflects decades of successful patent outcomes.
Services
Patent Procurement
Trademark Support
Copyright Assistance
Licensing Agreements
Litigation Support
Details
- Year established: 1987
Highlights and features
- 30+ years of specialized patent experience in technology fields
- Direct personal attention from lead attorney Doug Weller
- Predictable pricing with upfront firm quotes
- Proven success with hundreds of patents obtained
- Combines legal and technical expertise in computer engineering
What people say
Exceptional value
Responsive communication
Highest quality work
Best patent attorney
Thorough advice
Services
Patent Procurement
Specialized patent application services for technology innovations in electronics, computing, and telecommunications. Direct attorney involvement ensures high-quality submissions tailored to complex inventions. Focuses on securing enforceable patents through meticulous preparation and prosecution.
Trademark Support
Comprehensive trademark assistance including registration, enforcement, and portfolio management. Addresses brand protection needs alongside patent strategies for technology companies. Provides legal guidance on trademark usage and infringement issues.
Licensing Agreements
Drafting and negotiation of intellectual property licensing contracts. Helps clients monetize patents and trademarks while maintaining legal protections. Focuses on clear terms for technology transfer and usage rights.
People
Doug Weller
Patent Attorney
40-year patent law veteran with experience in semiconductor design, computer architecture, and network technologies. Former Hewlett-Packard IP attorney who founded his Silicon Valley firm in 1987. Holds electrical engineering and law degrees from UC institutions.
Questions
What technology areas do you handle for patents?
We specialize in electronics, computing, telecommunications, and related fields including semiconductor design, network protocols, and software innovations.
How are legal fees structured?
We provide upfront firm quotes before work begins, ensuring predictable costs with no unexpected billing surprises.
Do you work with startups and individual inventors?
Yes, we serve both large corporations and smaller innovators, tailoring our services to each client's needs.
Is in-person consultation required?
While based in Santa Clara, we work with clients nationwide and internationally through remote consultations.
