Former USPTO Examiner · Registered Patent Attorney

Patent Draftingfor Complex Technologies

Patent applications for AI/ML, software, and electronics, drafted by a former USPTO examiner and engineer. For law firms, corporations, and in-house IP teams, from a single filing to a full portfolio.

Expertise

Technology Areas

Technical experience across a broad range of advanced technology domains, supporting accurate and effective patent drafting for complex innovations.

Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning

Machine learning architectures, neural networks, natural language processing, computer vision, data-driven models, and autonomous systems.

Software & Computing

Cloud computing platforms, distributed and parallel systems, cybersecurity technologies, databases, and enterprise software architectures.

Electronics & Hardware

Semiconductor technologies, circuit design, embedded systems, sensors, and consumer electronic devices.

Aerospace & Aviation

Flight control systems, propulsion technologies, avionics, unmanned aircraft systems, and space-related technologies.

Internet of Things (IoT)

Connected devices, smart home technologies, industrial IoT systems, wearables, and edge computing architectures.

Computer Networks & Communications

Wireless and wired communication systems, including 5G and emerging 6G technologies, network protocols, data transmission, and telecommunications infrastructure.

What We Do

Our Services

Comprehensive patent drafting and support services delivered with precision and technical expertise.

Patent Application Drafting

Comprehensive patent application drafting, including claims, specifications, and drawings, prepared to support meaningful and enforceable patent protection.

Prior Art Research & Analysis

Prior art searches and legal analysis of patents and publications to inform patentability, claim scope, and drafting strategy.

Technical Illustrations

Professional patent drawings and technical diagrams that clearly communicate an invention's structure and operation.

Claims Strategy

Strategic claim development to balance breadth, defensibility, and alignment with business and technology objectives.

Patentability & Clearance Opinions

Legal opinions addressing patentability, validity considerations, and freedom-to-operate risks based on prior art and claim analysis.

Claim Charting & Analysis

Preparation and analysis of claim charts mapping claim language to technical disclosures, prior art references, or products of interest.

Invention Disclosure Development

Guidance on invention disclosure preparation and refinement to capture key technical concepts, alternatives, and embodiments.

Patent Portfolio Strategy & Management

Advising on patent portfolio development, continuation practice, and portfolio alignment with commercial priorities.

Services provided by or under the direction of licensed patent counsel.

How It Works

Our Process

A streamlined approach for translating your innovations into well-structured patent applications.

1

Discovery

We review your invention disclosure and supporting technical materials to understand the innovation and its key features.

2

Research

Prior art research and review of relevant patents and publications to inform drafting and assess the competitive landscape.

3

Drafting

Precise claims and detailed specifications are drafted with care to support strong and flexible patent protection.

4

Review & Delivery

A final quality review is performed before delivering your complete patent application.

Who We Serve

Built for Your Success

Tailored patent drafting support for law firms and corporations working with complex technologies.

Law Firms

We operate as a trusted extension of your IP practice, supporting overflow work and specialized technical drafting needs.

  • Scale your practice efficiently during peak demand
  • Access technical drafting expertise on demand
  • Maintain consistent drafting and formatting standards
  • Provide drafting support for time-sensitive filings

Corporations

Support your R&D initiatives with patent applications drafted by technical professionals familiar with complex engineering and software systems.

  • Streamlined invention disclosure and intake processes
  • Alignment with internal portfolio and filing strategies
  • Cost-effective patent drafting support
  • Dedicated project and account coordination

We work closely with internal teams and legal stakeholders to support technically accurate and clearly written patent applications.

About

Who Drafts Your Applications

Brent Lindon is a registered patent attorney and former USPTO patent examiner. Before law, he spent nearly a decade as an engineer, including Navy engineering work.

In more than 15 years of patent practice, he has drafted over 500 applications, handled thousands of office actions, and served as patent counsel to global technology companies through fractional and interim in-house roles.

Registration
USPTO-registered patent attorney
Examining
Former USPTO patent examiner
Education
J.D.; M.S., Systems Engineering; B.S., Electrical Engineering; B.S., Computer Engineering
Experience
500+ applications drafted; thousands of office actions

Companies that need ongoing patent leadership rather than drafting support can work with Brent through Fractional Patent Counsel.

Insights

Notes on Patent Drafting

Practical writing on drafting patent applications and building portfolios for complex technologies.

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