Patrick Richards

Patrick Richards

Richards Patent Law P.C.
  • Intellectual Property, Patents, Trademarks
  • Illinois
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Richards Patent Law is a Chicago, IL area patent law firm serving individuals and businesses of all sizes. I work with clients from across the United States and around the world to prepare, file and prosecute patents at the United States Patent and Trademark Office.

I started Richards Patent Law after spending over eight years in the intellectual property group of the Chicago office of McDermott Will & Emery LLP, a large general practice firm where I concentrated my practice on patent prosecution, counseling, opinion work and litigation.

As a partner at McDermott, I managed international patent portfolios for several major corporations, as well as a number of small and medium sized businesses. I have experience in all phases of utility, design and PCT patent prosecution in many technical fields, including the areas of mechanical, electrical, computer systems, chemical and financial products technologies.

In addition to my extensive patent prosecution experience, I have counseled numerous clients on matters concerning: patent portfolio acquisition and management; patent portfolio licenses, sales and purchases; joint development agreements; freedom to practice opinions; patentability opinions; non-infringement opinions; and employment and non-compete agreements.

Representative technologies:
* computer software patents
* medical device patents
* dental device patents
* plastic packaging patents
* wireless networks patents
* electronic control systems patents
* electronic security systems patents
* automated electronic advertising systems patents
* electrolytic compositions and devices patents
* injection molding equipment patents
* machining and tooling instruments and products patents
* automotive technology patents
* advanced materials patents
* financial services and investments patents
* musical equipment patents
* business method patents
* green technology and sustainable technology patents

I earned my bachelors of science in civil engineering, with honors from the University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign. I earned my law degree from the University of Virginia, School of Law. I am admitted to practice before the courts of Illinois and the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois and am registered to practice for the United States Patent and Trademark Office.

Practice Areas
Intellectual Property
Patents
Patent Appeals, Patent Litigation, Patent Prosecution
Trademarks
Trademark Litigation, Trademark Registration
Additional Practice Areas
  • International Patents
  • Patent Applications
  • Patent Law
  • Patent Opinions
Fees
  • Free Consultation
    Initial consultations are free. Per project fixed fees standard for most patent and opinion work. Hourly fees available.
Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
Illinois
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Languages
  • English: Spoken, Written
Professional Experience
Adjunct Professor
Pritzker Northwestern School of Law
- Current
Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer
Resonance Medical LLC
- Current
Founder and Managing Attorney
Richards Patent Law P.C.
- Current
Partner
McDermott Will & Emery LLP
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Education
University of Virginia School of Law
J.D.
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University of Illinois - Urbana-Champaign
B.S. | Civil Engineering
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Honors: Graduated with Honors
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Awards
Rising Star
Superlawyers
Emerging Lawyer
Leading Lawyers
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Superlawyers
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Professional Associations
American Intellectual Property Law Association
Member
- Current
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Intellectual Property Law Association of Chicago
Member
- Current
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Chicago Bar Association
Member
- Current
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Illinois State Bar Association
Member
- Current
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Publications
Articles & Publications
What is the Value of Intellectual Property?
Richards Patent Law Website
Alternative Fee Arrangements for Patent Services
Richards Patent Law Website
Can I Patent My Invention?
Richards Patent Law Website
How Much Does a Patent Cost?
Richards Patent Law Website
What are the Stages of the Patent Process?
Richards Patent Law Website
What Type of Patent Application Should I File?
Richards Patent Law Website
Certifications
Registered Patent Attorney
United States Patent and Trademark Office
Websites & Blogs
Website
Richards Patent Law Website
Contact & Map
Richards Patent Law
233 S. Wacker Dr., 84th Floor
Chicago, IL 60606
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