Free Consultation
$0 first 60 minutes
Rolando Javellana Tong
also known as Roland, Tong
About Rolando
Biography
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
3
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Check
Looking for an attorney? Avvo can help.
Search our directory
Quickly connect with top attorneys through our legal directory to get help with your legal issue.
Avvo's live chat agents can help coordinate a consultation with a local attorney.
Chat with a live agent who can match you with the right attorney for your legal needs.
Chat withLicenses
Licensed in Nevada for 23 years
State: Nevada
Acquired: 2002
No misconduct found
Licensed in California for 24 years
State: California
Acquired: 2001
No misconduct found
Location
Manning & Kass Ellrod, Ramirez, Trester LLP
801 South Figueroa St., 15th Floor, Los Angeles, CA, 90017
Manning & Kass Ellrod, Ramirez, Trester LLP
19800 MacArthur Blvd., Suite 900, Irvine, CA, 92612
Manning & Kass Ellrod, Ramirez, Trester LLP
One California Street, Suite 900, San Francisco, CA, 94111
Ad
Transform legal challenges into solutions.
Connect now to review your situation.
Rolando Javellana Tong's Reviews
Avvo Review Score
35 Client Reviews
Filter Avvo Reviews (35)
Refine reviews to match your needs. Use the filters to quickly surface reviews that align with your case or priorities.
Practice Areas
Intellectual Property (10)
Patent Application (6)
Lawsuits & Disputes (4)
Immigration (3)
Trademark Application (3)
Bankruptcy & Debt (2)
Business (2)
Copyright Infringement (2)
Debt Collection (2)
Trademark Infringement (2)
Antitrust & Trade Law (1)
Contracts & Agreements (1)
Corporate & Incorporation (1)
Family (1)
Litigation (1)
Partnership (1)
Patent Infringement (1)
Showing 1 - 5 of 12 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge
Posted by Allen | May 17, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
Roland is very knowledgeable in his field!
Roland helped to file a green card application and to process my mother in law documents, he was very helpfull through the entire process. I’m happy to say that she received her green card. I wouldn’t hesitate to use Roland’s services again. Actually, I will use his services shortly with my father ...
Posted by anonymous | July 03, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Intellectual Property
Top notch service...great work
I trusted Roland Tong because of his experience and expertise in intellectual property law. He was able to explain to me the overall process and my options regarding my case in terms that I could understand. He made me feel at ease right away and took care of all matters of the case, offering profes...
Posted by Ehsan | January 26, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Patent Application
Helpful
He helped me to file my patent. After he came up with a draft document, he patiently received my comments and made the necessary changes.
Posted by Erin | July 27, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Trademark Application
Easy to work with, fast results.
Rolando was very helpful in getting us a trademark on a name. He explained how it all worked and what we would need to show proof of the name/logo being used. With everything done via email as we were a bit of a drive away from his office, it made working with him that much easier. He is quick wit...
Posted by Marco | July 26, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Intellectual Property
Great in all aspects
Probably the best trademark attorney I have come across. Got things settled and negotiated trademarking issues promptly and strategically. I was going through a rough patch in the road with a long and time-consuming trademark battle, but as soon as I hired Mr. Tong, the weight off my shoulders was co...
Rolando Javellana Tong's Lawyer Endorsements
"Atty. Tong is a person of high-integrity and dedication to the practice of law. I highly recommend him without reservation."
"I endorse this lawyer for always showing dedication to clients."
"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."
"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."
"I had the pleasure of meeting Roland at an attorney event, and would reccomend his work and professionalism to anyone."
"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."
"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."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"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."
"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."
"I endorse this lawyer. I worked with Roland at a prior law firm. He was hard-working and always ready to assist clients."
"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."
"Roland is a dedicated patent lawyer who I have no hesitation to endorse. If you have intellectual property needs, contact him."
"Roland is a fine attorney who enjoys taking on new matters and working hard for his clients."
Michael David
Business lawyer
Jayson Aquino
Tax lawyer
Alana Segal
Criminal defense lawyer
Ashley Adams
White collar crime lawyer
Peter Bauman
Business lawyer
Jennifer Riel
Patent application lawyer
Mason Rashtian
Personal injury lawyer
Robert Mansour
Estate planning lawyer
Amiel Wade
Litigation lawyer
Michael Wald
Estate planning lawyer
Experience
Honors
2014
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2013
2013 Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2012
2012 Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2011
2011 Rising Stars, SuperLawyers
Work Experience
2015 - Present
Patent Attorney, Law Offices of Roland Tong, PC
2012 - Present
Senior Attorney, Brooks Kushman, PC
2003 - 2012
Managing Partner, Law Offices of Roland Tong, PC
Associations
2002 - Present
State Bar of NevadaMember
2001 - Present
State Bar of CaliforniaMember
Education
2001
Loyola Law School
law
1995
Loyola Marymount Univ
undergraduate
Speaking Engagements
2011
Federal Circuit Court of Appeals Patent Decisions
Federal Circuit Court of Appeals Patent Decisions
2010
Federal Circuit Court of Appeals Patent Decisions
Federal Circuit Court of Appeals Patent Decisions
2009
Recharger World Expo
Patent Defense for the Aftermarket
2009
Orange County Patent Law Association
Review of the 2009 Patent Decisions by the Federal Circuit Court of Appeals
2009
Dunes CLE
Federal Circuit Court of Appeals Patent Decisions for 2009
Publications
2009
New Matter, Official Publication of the IP Law Section of the State Bar of California
Patent Exhaustion and Permissible Repair
2005
Loyola Law Review
Staff Writer
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Guides