Practice Area

Patent Counsel for Innovators

Rumbaugh provides strategic patent representation from initial invention disclosure through prosecution, portfolio management, and enforcement. We work closely with inventors, engineers, and in-house teams to secure patent protection that aligns with commercial objectives and supports long-term business value. Our patent practice covers utility and design patents across a range of industries, with particular depth in biomedical engineering, consumer products, and technology.

Full-Lifecycle Patent Representation

We partner with businesses and individual inventors to build and protect patent portfolios grounded in real commercial strategy. Our work spans four core areas.

Patentability and Freedom-to-Operate
We begin by learning about your invention and conducting targeted prior art searches to identify existing patents and publications that may affect your ability to obtain protection. We deliver clear, written assessments on patentability and freedom-to-operate so you can make informed decisions before committing resources to prosecution.
Preparation and Prosecution
We draft precise patent applications aligned with your business goals and technical disclosures, then prosecute them through the USPTO. When office actions arise, we draw on deep prosecution experience to craft strategic responses that move applications toward allowance while preserving the broadest defensible claim scope.
Portfolio Management and Strategy
We help clients build, manage, and strengthen patent portfolios that support long-term innovation and business objectives. Our services include ongoing portfolio audits, competitive landscape analysis, continuation strategy, and coordination with broader IP and business planning efforts.
Due Diligence and Transactions
We guide clients through the patent dimensions of complex transactions, including M&A, licensing, and investment. Our due diligence work evaluates the strength, scope, and risk profile of patent assets so that deal terms reflect the true value of the underlying IP.
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