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With a unique blend of technical and military experience, Attorney Alan Harrison leads Sandollar Law, a Connecticut firm dedicated to entrepreneurs, investors, and small businesses. He provides seasoned legal counsel in commercial and transactional matters, business disputes, and intellectual property protection, guiding clients through corporate governance, partnership and operating agreements, and contested proceedings. Alan’s IP practice spans patent and trademark procurement for a wide array of industries—including aerospace, AI, semiconductor technology, hydraulics, live entertainment, and heavy industrial equipment—and extends to efficient, effective litigation. Before his legal career, he served as a decorated Naval submarine officer and mechanical engineer, gaining firsthand insight into nuclear operations and industrial design. He holds a law degree from the University of Connecticut, a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from Northeastern University, and is admitted to Connecticut state and federal courts as well as the USPTO. At Sandollar Law, his focus remains on strategic advice, trust, and measurable outcomes.
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14 years
18 years | 300 cases
$ 330-330 per hour
State: Connecticut
Acquired: 2010
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Posted by Sonja | May 26, 2024 | Hired Attorney
In protecting my intellectual property, I cover a lot of facets. Alan was able to take the complicated rewording of my sector turn it into the correct simple language that would cover all my bases. With an affordable rate. Appreciated.
Posted by Rick | May 6, 2022 | Hired Attorney
Our organization has embarked on a "brand refresh" and Alan became a diligent partner in this process. His expertise and timeliness in responding and performing work on our behalf has given us peace of mind as we move into a new service brand. His focus, knowledge, research and understanding of...
Posted by Michael | May 6, 2022 | Hired Attorney
Alan Harrison has done several utility patents for me in the field of ophthalmic multifocal lenses. Not only all of my patent applications were successful and patents were issued. Within the last 12 months I have filed 2 US utility patents applications; the first patent letter of allowance we have re...
Posted by Michael | February 17, 2015
During my extensive tenure in the optical industry I have had numerous patent attorneys here in the US and in EU. Alan Harrison has been recommended to me by my friend, attorney Robert Shanbaum, to assist me with ophthalmic lens patent. Right from the start I was impressed with Alan's knowledge and c...
Posted by Robert | January 3, 2014
I was astonished by Alan's ability to quickly and thoroughly grasp the technical subject matter involved in two patent re-examination requests he prepared and filed for us. In my opinion, he's a first-rate patent attorney and I recommend him without reservation.
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Atty. Harrison for a number of years. He is very competent in a specialized area of the law. I would highly recommend him."
"I endorse this lawyer for patent prep and pros and ethical practice. Alan is a highly skilled prosecutor with litigation experience."
"I endorse this lawyer. His advice on the Avvo forums demonstrate expertise in his practice area. His analysis is accurate and properly addresses the issue. I recommend his legal services to anyone needing an attorney."
"If you want to know how good an attorney Alan Harrison is, you can read some of the over 100 published answers to legal questions Alan has generously made, to the point and accurate. Or you can read the client reviews by clients who love him or the praise that other attorneys give for Alan's skill and knowledge. You can read any of his excellent Legal Guides too. I recommend him to you for any patent law or intellectual property questions."
"Attorney Harrison consistently offers insightful and practical responses and clearly possesses both a high aptitude for the law as well as a genuine willingness to help the Questioners of this community. Without reservation, I endorse this lawyer."
"Attorney Harrison consistently offers insightful and thorough legal analyses that are driven by a clear understanding of the marketplace and the realities of business. I strongly endorse him and the legal services that he provides."
"While a relative newcomer to Avvo, it has been easy to identify Mr. Harrison as a first-rate attorney. His answers are consistently correct, he explains his reasoning and customizes his answers to the individual needs of Avvo askers. These are precisely the qualities that any potential client would want to have in an attorney."
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2008
Excellence for the Future (Advanced Patent Practice), The Center for Computer-Assisted Legal Instruction (CALI)
2006
Law & Business Award, Aspen / University of Connecticut
2006
Excellence for the Future (Contracts), The Center for Computer-Assisted Legal Instruction (CALI)
2005
Excellence for the Future (Torts), The Center for Computer-Assisted Legal Instruction (CALI)
2004
Navy Achievement Medal, US Navy
2003
Navy Achievement Medal, US Navy
2003
Navy Unit Commendation, US Navy
2023 - Present
Principal Attorney, Sandollar Law
2016 - 2023
Attorney, Otterstedt & Kammer PLLC
2010 - 2016
Attorney, McCormick Paulding Huber
2007 - 2010
Patent Agent, McCormick Paulding Huber
2006 - 2007
Patent Agent, Nerac
2000 - 2006
Submarine Officer, US Navy
2010 - Present
Connecticut Bar AssociationMember
2010 - 2016
American Bar AssociationMember
2010 - 2016
Hartford Country Bar AssociationMember
2007 - 2016
Connecticut Intellectual Property Law AssociationMember
2006 - 2016
American Intellectual Property Law AssociationMember
Issued patent; licensed.
Issued patent
issued patent
Settlement
issued patent
Issued patent
Request for re-examination granted
2014
2010
JD - Juris Doctor
2001
1999
BS - Bachelor of Science
2023
IP Considerations for Business Transitions
2018
2014
Copyrights - Digital First Sale
2014
Copyrights - Music Licensing
2011
2010
2024
2024
2024
2015
2015
2015
2015
2008
English
Legal Answers
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