Computers
This area of the firm's practice encompasses patentable inventions involving computer technologies, including:
- computer logic circuits
- instruction sets
- memory systems
- internet hardware and software
- encryption methods
- graphical user interfaces
- caching systems
- neural networks/predictive devices
- multimedia systems
- computer architecture
- programmable processors
- data structures (e.g., data base systems)
- digital signal processing
- business applications
- algorithms implemented in hardware
- data compression/decompression
This complex field requires intensive technical concentration for sound protection of intellectual property. Our attorneys practicing in this area hold their scientific degrees specifically in electrical engineering, computer science, or physics. Many have advanced degrees in these fields and/or extensive hands-on experience while employed as electrical or software engineers for leading Fortune 500 corporations.
In prosecuting patents for this technology, the rules, regulations, and practices change almost as rapidly as the technology itself. Our educational and work backgrounds combined with constant vigilance enable us to comprehend these rules and regulations as they evolve so that we can gain meaningful protection for our clients' innovations.
We have successfully overcome Patent Office rejections with arguments that a claimed invention, involving an algorithm, or a mathematical manipulation, or a method of doing business, was patentable subject matter.
We strive to obtain for our clients the best protection available through a thorough and creative approach in preparing and prosecuting computer and software patent applications.
