Steven M. Shape

Chair, Intellectual Property Practice | Omnus Law
Registered Patent Attorney – Lake Forest, IL

Steven Shape is a highly accomplished attorney and the Chair of the Intellectual Property Practice at Omnus Law. Based in Lake Forest, IL, Steven brings over 40 years of experience in intellectual property law, including patents, trademarks, copyrights, trade secrets, and IP litigation. A Registered Patent Attorney with the USPTO, Steven has successfully guided clients through complex IP matters across diverse industries and international jurisdictions.

Steven’s practice focuses on patent prosecution, trademark registration, IP portfolio management, and intellectual property litigation. He has represented clients in high-stakes proceedings before U.S. federal courts, the International Trade Commission (ITC), the Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB), and the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board (TTAB), as well as global forums including the European Patent Office and Japanese Patent Office.

From AI and software to blockchain, fintech, medical devices, chemical processes, and advanced manufacturing, Steven offers strategic counsel on protecting innovations and enforcing IP rights. His clients range from startups to Fortune 500 companies, and he has deep expertise in negotiating licensing agreements and technology transfers on a global scale.

Steven also advises on the intellectual property dimensions of mergers and acquisitions, helping businesses secure and monetize their intangible assets. A published author and frequent speaker on topics like AI-driven patent strategies and global IP enforcement, Steven is a recognized thought leader in the field.

When not practicing law, Steven enjoys flying as a private pilot, refereeing ice hockey games, and working hands-on with computer systems and audio/video technologies.

Whether you're seeking to protect your innovations, resolve an IP dispute, or navigate a complex licensing deal, Steven Shape offers the experience and insight to help you succeed.

Practice Areas:

• Patent Law
• Trademark Law
• Copyright Law
• Trade Secret Protection
• Intellectual Property Litigation
• Technology Licensing
• IP Due Diligence for M&A
• International IP Strategy