Experienced Attorney Specializing in Patent Applications, IP Enforcement and Infringement DefensePatent application filing; Enforcement of patent, trademark, or copyrights; Infringement defenseLet us protect your invention and get you a patent pending! Call now for a free consultation.Highly experienced and aggressive attorney for infringement disputes and lawsuits. Free consultation
Roland Tong focuses his practice in all areas of intellectual property. He has prepared, filed, and prosecuted numerous utility, continuation, and design patent applications as well as federal trademark applications. He regularly conducts telephonic interviews with USPTO Examiners, prepares claim amendments and office action responses, renders invalidity or infringement opinions, and performs patentability and infringement studies. Mr. Tong has substantial experience in litigating unfair competition, misappropriation of trade secrets, and patent, trademark, copyright, and trade dress infringement cases.
He has served as General Counsel and In-house IP Counsel for industry leading companies. In these capacities, Mr. Tong built their IP portfolios, conducted brainstorming sessions with their inventors, designed and implemented IP review systems for their products so that IP infringement risks are minimized, and prepared various types of IP agreements. Mr. Tong's clients come from a broad range of industries, including gaming device, medical device, printer cartridge remanufacturing, video games, and golf equipment design and manufacturing. For two consecutive years, Mr. Tong has been selected for inclusion in Super Lawyers Southern California Rising Stars in 2011 and 2012. Only 5% of the practicing attorneys in Southern California receive this distinction.
Practice areas
Draft patent applications for clients with inventions relating to software, manufacturing process, gaming, sports equipment, medical devices, mobile phone applications, web applications, and various other industries. Respond to office actions. Prepare utility (provisional or non-provisional) and design applications in the US and abroad (PCT applications).
21 years
Prepare, file, and prosecute trademark and copyright applications both in the US and aborad. Advise companies on various intellectual protections available to protect their innovations or brands, and advise companies of any potential exposure to various IP liabilities.
21 years
Render right to use or clearance opinions. Litigate patent infringement disputes, trademark, copyright, trade secret, or any other intellectual property related disputes.
21 years
Languages spoken
English
Manning & Kass Ellrod, Ramirez, Trester LLP
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Manning & Kass Ellrod, Ramirez, Trester LLP
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State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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NV | Active | 2002 | 02/23/2013 |
CA | Active | 2001 | 02/07/2022 |
Legal answers | 0 |
Legal guides | 1 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Rising Star | Super Lawyers | 2014 |
2013 Rising Star | Super Lawyers | 2013 |
2012 Rising Star | Super Lawyers | 2012 |
2011 Rising Stars | SuperLawyers | 2011 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Patent Attorney | Law Offices of Roland Tong, PC | 2015 - Present |
Senior Attorney | Brooks Kushman, PC | 2012 - Present |
Managing Partner | Law Offices of Roland Tong, PC | 2003 - 2012 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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State Bar of Nevada | Member | 2002 - Present |
State Bar of California | Member | 2001 - Present |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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New Matter, Official Publication of the IP Law Section of the State Bar of California | Patent Exhaustion and Permissible Repair | 2009 |
Loyola Law Review | Staff Writer | 2005 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Loyola Law School | law | 2001 |
Loyola Marymount Univ | undergraduate | 1995 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Federal Circuit Court of Appeals Patent Decisions | Federal Circuit Court of Appeals Patent Decisions | 2011 |
Federal Circuit Court of Appeals Patent Decisions | Federal Circuit Court of Appeals Patent Decisions | 2010 |
Recharger World Expo | Patent Defense for the Aftermarket | 2009 |
Dunes CLE | Federal Circuit Court of Appeals Patent Decisions for 2009 | 2009 |
Orange County Patent Law Association | Review of the 2009 Patent Decisions by the Federal Circuit Court of Appeals | 2009 |
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Michael David, Intellectual property Attorney on Jan 19, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Atty. Tong is a person of high-integrity and dedication to the practice of law. I highly recommend him without reservation.
Jill Rogers, Unknown Attorney on May 8, 2015
Relationship: Other
I endorse this lawyer for always showing dedication to clients.
Michael David, Intellectual property Attorney on Jan 19, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Atty. Tong is a person of high-integrity and dedication to the practice of law. I highly recommend him without reservation.
Jill Rogers, Unknown Attorney on May 8, 2015
Relationship: Other
I endorse this lawyer for always showing dedication to clients.
John Ralls, Intellectual property Attorney on Jan 14, 2014
Relationship: Other
I endorse this lawyer. Rolando is an experienced IP attorney and I recommend him. I enjoyed working with him at an attorney conference a couple of years ago. I was very impressed by his knowledge.
Alana Segal, Intellectual property Attorney on Aug 22, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Roland is a very knowledgeable and skilled attorney. He is devoted to his clients and getting super results. I would recommend his services to those in need of bankruptcy or IP/patent advice.
Ashley Adams, Unknown Attorney on Dec 5, 2011
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I had the pleasure of meeting Roland at an attorney event, and would reccomend his work and professionalism to anyone.
Aime-Claud Katambwe, Immigration Attorney on Sep 27, 2011
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I met Mr. Tong at a Golf tournament for charity and we have spoken at length about all subjects as you can imagine. Not only have I found him to be a sophisticated golfer, I found him to be a sophisticated lawyers as well, which explains why he in such demand. Mr. Tong showed great poise, determination and control of his time and person as he not only completed his drives, chips and putts, but also many a transaction on the golf course with ease. Knowledge truly is power. If you need a great Immigration attorney, then I believe Roland J. Tong would be a good choice. I endorse this lawyer.
Amiel Wade, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Sep 5, 2011
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Roland is an excellent and savvy attorney. He works extremely hard for his clients. I would highly recommend Roland to anyone in need of a Bankruptcy attorney.
James Reape, Intellectual property Attorney on Aug 28, 2011
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Robert Mansour, Patent application Attorney on Aug 26, 2011
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Roland has a great deal of experience. He's very friendly and approachable and explains the law very well. I have referred clients to him in the past and will do so in the future with confidence.
Mason Rashtian, Chapter 7 bankruptcy Attorney on Aug 25, 2011
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I have known Rolando for some time. I have found him to be very knowledgeable about the law and very passionate about his clients. I would highly recommend him.
Kathryn Tyler, Patent application Attorney on Aug 25, 2011
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. I worked with Roland at a prior law firm. He was hard-working and always ready to assist clients.
Peter Bauman, Intellectual property Attorney on Aug 23, 2011
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse Mr. Tong as he is extremely skilled and knowledgeable in the area of intellectual property law. He is a great advocate and has a vast experience.
Michael Wald, Patent application Attorney on Aug 23, 2011
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Roland is a dedicated patent lawyer who I have no hesitation to endorse. If you have intellectual property needs, contact him.
David Rickett, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Aug 22, 2011
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Roland is a fine attorney who enjoys taking on new matters and working hard for his clients.
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