Bradley D. Richards

Brad is a registered Patent Attorney with a primary focus on prosecuting patents in the mechanical arts. He also has experience in the electrical and chemical sectors, working on technologies including automotive innovations, medical devices, sporting equipment, and consumer products. Brad offers comprehensive intellectual property counsel, including freedom-to-operate and infringement opinions, patentability studies, and patent infringement avoidance strategies.

Drawing from his background in mechanical engineering, Brad has successfully worked on patents related to automotive engineering, display screen technology, and medical devices, including endoscope technology. He has a strong foundation in IP litigation, having contributed to high-stakes IP litigation cases in district court and inter partes reviews (IPRs) at the USPTO's Patent Trial and Appeal Board. Additionally, Brad has represented veterans in pro bono disability appeals, successfully advocating for service-connected disability payments for several clients.

Previous Work and Industry Experience

During law school, Brad gained valuable experience as a law clerk at the United States International Trade Commission's Office of Unfair Imports Investigations, assisting OUII staff with Section 337 investigations against allegedly infringing products being imported into the United States.

Life Beyond Law

Outside of his legal practice, Brad enjoys skiing, cycling, traveling with his wife and spending time with his two dogs. He also loves attending concerts of his favorite artists and enjoys reading in his free time.

Experience

Brad has patent prosecution experience in a variety of technologies such as:

• Appliances
• Consumer products
• Cutting Tools
• Laboratory equipment and mixers
• Medical devices, including endoscopes and surgical tools

Professional Affiliations

American Intellectual Property Law Association