I represent individuals and companies in establishing, licensing and enforcing intellectual property rights, with an emphasis on patent protection efforts in the United States and around the world. I have obtained patents for clients in a variety of technical fields, including but not limited cell phone transmission and reception systems, medical devices, networking systems, semiconductor circuits and fabrication, materials used for an array of applications as well as the fabrication of such materials, chemical compositions, fluid measurement calibration systems, high-temperature fluid transfer systems, water treatment systems, magnetic levitation systems, surface acoustic wave systems and software.
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Acquired: 1991
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One Union Street, Suite 400, Portland, ME, 04101
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Posted by Don | March 28, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Intellectual Property
Knowledgeable, Responsive and Pragmatic
Chris has been a key part of our team since 2012, assisting with multiple patent filings and helping us navigate the complex maze of government requirements. Not only is Chris knowledgeable, responsive and pragmatic, but he has a keen eye for detail and takes the time to go the extra mile to assure t...
"I have had the pleasure to be working with Chris for over the last 4 years. Chris is an excellent patent attorney. His knowledge in all areas of intellectual property law helps his clients make decisions to protect their intellectual property. Chris does an excellent job breaking down complex intellectual property matters for his clients. Those who have practice in this area of law know that is not an easy task. The best in the business!"
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2018
Best Law Firms Tier 2 in Maine for Patent Law, Best Lawyers
2018
Best Lawyers in America in Patent Law, Best Lawyers
2017
Best Law Firms Tier 1 in Maine for Patent Law, Best Lawyers
2017
Lawyer of the Year in Patent Law in Portland, Maine, Best Lawyers in America
2017
New England Super Lawyer in Intellectual Property, Super Lawyers
2016
Best Lawyers in America in Patent Law, Best Lawyers in America
2015
Best Lawyers in America in Patent Law, Best Lawyers in America
2015
IP Star - Maine, Managing Intellectual Property
2015
Best Law Firms Tier 2 in Maine for Patent Law, Best Lawyers in America
2015
Local Litigation Star in Intellectual Property, Benchmark Litigation
2014
IP Star, Managing Intellectual Property
2014
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
Best Lawyers in America in Patent Law, Best Lawyers in America
2014
Local Litigation Star in Intellectual Property, Benchmark Litigation
2013
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2013
Best Lawyers in America in Patent Law, Best Lawyers in America
2013
Local Litigation Star in Intellectual Property, Benchmark Litigation
2013
New England Super Lawyer in Intellectual Property, SuperLawyers
2012
New England Super Lawyer in Intellectual Property, SuperLawyers
2012
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2011
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2014 - Present
Managing Attorney, Caseiro Burke, LLC.
2014 - 2014
Of Counsel, Verrill Dana, LLP.
2002 - 2013
Partner, Verrill Dana, LLP
2001 - 2002
Patent Counsel, Enterasys Networks
1998 - 2001
Associate, Pierce Atwood
1991 - 1997
Associate, Bohan & Associates
1981 - 1988
Senior Engineer, Electric Boat
2014 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
1992 - Present
United States Court of Appeals for the First CircuitLicensed Attorney
1991 - Present
United States District Court for MaineLicensed Attorney
1990 - Present
United States Patent and Trademark OfficePatent Attorney
Member
1991
JD - Juris Doctor
1981
BS - Bachelor of Science
2014
2013
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