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Charles Richard Martin
also known as Rick Martin, C. Richard Martin
About Charles
Biography
Ever since I was a kid, I have enjoyed taking things apart to find out how they work. While this “skill” might have been annoying to my mom when it came time to vacuum, it’s a great asset to inventors who need someone to figuratively tear their idea apart and put it into words that the patent office understands – something I also knows a lot about, since I previously worked as a patent examiner at the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office. For over 25 years, I have been helping entrepreneurs and businesses protect their inventions, ideas and identities through patents, trademarks, copyrights, trade secrets and related contracts, licenses and agreements.
Occasionally when I take something apart and put it back together, there are parts left over – something I like to refer to as “improvements.” While some may consider this claim dubious – particularly when the “improvement” I made to my bicycle after a cycling trip to France resulted in me being launched over the handlebars on my first ride back in the States – I am constantly improving the intellectual property portfolios of my clients, bringing value to their ideas. I have obtained hundreds of patents for inventors in a variety of fields, including timing systems, mine safety devices, broadband antennas, RFID, electronics, ranging, oil & gas, semiconductors, medical devices and other mechanical and electro-mechanical devices. I have also worked with clients to acquire, protect and enforce their rights to valuable trademarks, copyrights and trade secrets.
I hold a bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering from Purdue University – Boiler Up!, and a J.D. from Catholic University Columbus School of Law School in Washington, D.C. After working for large law firms in Texas, my fierce independence got the better of me and I decided to return to my Midwestern roots where I founded Martin IP Solutions.
When I’m not working with inventors and entrepreneurs, my three daughters keep me busy with all of their activities - cross-country, gymnastics, basketball, softball, piano, violin …. When I find a few minutes to myself, I enjoy cycling, golf, watching sports (college basketball & football, St. Louis Cardinals baseball) and craft beer (drinking and brewing).
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Intellectual Property
30%
36 years
Patent Application
25%
36 years
Trademark Application
20%
32 years
Patent Infringement
15%
32 years
Fees and Rates
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Licensed in Indiana for 26 years
State: Indiana
Acquired: 1999
No misconduct found
Licensed in Texas for 30 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 1995
No misconduct found
Location
Martin IP Law Group
225 Court St, Evansville, IN, 47708
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Posted by Gerald | October 02, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Patent Application
Great Results
The patent office originally denied my patent, claiming that it was obvious to anyone skilled in the art. Rick crafted a response that was excellent. The patent was granted in the US and we are now working on protections for that same patent in numerous other countries.
Posted by Mike | October 04, 2017 | Intellectual Property
Best in IP and TM
I trust Rick's expertise in IP and Trademark/Copyright. I have approached him for trademarking a brand and his response has been fast and efficient. A true professional.
Charles Richard Martin's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse Rick Martin. He is a great resource for intellectual property and business advice."
"Rick Martin is not only the best intellectual property lawyers in southwestern Indiana, he's also one of the best in the entire Midwest. I wholeheartedly endorse his skills in this area, as well as his "bed side manner," attention to detail, and thoughtful care he puts into the client's best interests."
"Rick is a very experience intellectual property lawyer and he has a real interest in helping the small to medium company succeed in many different ways (but particularly by protecting their ideas) without charging BIG LAW fees. Check out his website. I highly recommend that if you the owner of a small-modium size business ($10m-$50m revenues) that you reach out and make contact before you need his services!"
"Rick Martin is one of my favorite attorneys. He is one of the best in Southwest Indiana for patents, trademarks and copyrights. He is client oriented and I never have a worry about referring a client to him."
"I have known Rick both personally and professionally for over 10 years. I have always found him to be intelligent, prepared and skilled both in his work and in his dealings with his clients."
"Rick is an outstanding intellectual property lawyer. He is my firm's go to attorney for these matters and we use his firm to take care of our firms IP needs. They have filed several trademark registrations for us and the service is superb."
"Rick Martin is both highly skilled in intellectual property law and an articulate advocate for his clients. Mr. Martin conducts himself with great professionalism and is well respected within our legal community. I highly recommend Rick Martin."
"Rick is a solid guy and a great lawyer, tremendously knowledgeable and serious about protecting his clients' hard work and innovations. He is the first lawyer I think of when I come across an IP question in my own practice. I endorse him without reservation."
"As a fellow IP attorney, I can tell you that Rick knows what he is talking about. He started his career with the US Patent Office, so he knows exactly what it takes draft a proper application. You are in good hands!"
"Rick brings big firm intellectual property experience to a small firm setting. Having spoken with Rick at length about his practice, I can say he has a definite passion for this area of law. I have also had the opportunity to work with him on a matter where he was able to assist a client of mine with their IP needs in a timely and thorough manner. I also have had positive feedback from others I have referred his way for IP matters. I recommend Rick in this practice area without reservation."
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Experience
Honors
2017
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2017
Featured Attorney, Lawyers of Distinction
1994
American Jurisprudence Award for Estates II, Lawyers Cooperative Publishing
1992
Productivity Gainsharing Award, U.S. Patent & Trademark Office
1992
Outstanding Performance Rating, U.S. Patent & Trademark Office
1992
Special Achievement Award, U.S. Patent & Trademark Office
1991
Pendency Reduction Award, U.S. Patent & Trademark Office
1991
Pendency Reduction Award, U.S. Patent & Trademark Office
1991
Performance Award, U.S. Patent & Trademark Offic
1991
Special Achievement Award, U.S. Patent & Trademark Office
Work Experience
1999 - 2016
Shareholder, Martin & Martin, Attorneys at Law, PC
1998 - 1999
Associate, Brobeck Phleger & Harrison
1997 - 1998
Associate, Arnold, White & Durkee, Houston, Texas
1993 - 1997
Associate, Fulbright & Jaworski, LLP Attorneys At Law
1990 - 1993
Patent Examiner, U. S. Patent & Trademark Office
Associations
2016 - Present
American Intellectual Property Law AssociationMEMBER
2015 - Present
Evansville Bar AssociationBoard Member
1999 - Present
Indiana State BarMember
Sample of Legal Cases
ERGONOMIC NON-MOTORIZED VIBRATORY CONCRETE SCREED
PATENTED
RACE TIMING SYSTEM
PATENTED
Education
1994
Catholic University of America, Columbus School of Law
Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor (J.D.)
1990
Purdue University
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2019
A General Practitioner's Guide to Copyright, Trademark & Patent Law
Trademark Law
2018
Lunchtime CLE
IP for the General Practitioner
2017
Innovation Pointe
Legal Considerations for Startups
2016
ENGINEERING AND ARCHITECTURE DEPARTMENT CLASS
OVERVIEW OF INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY
2015
INNOVATION POINTE
7 THINGS EVERY ENTREPRENEUR SHOULD KNOW ABOUT IP
Publications
1996
The Houston Lawyer
Censorship in Cyberspace
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Chick fil A has the trademark Ice Dream cone while we are doing business as Ice Dream (with a logo)?
21 Oct 2017
Q&A
Can I use the name “Ice Dream “ for my business ?
21 Oct 2017
Q&A
Can I have an item embroidered with a team name for personal use only?
23 Oct 2017