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As managing partner of Foundation Patents, I am a registered patent attorney who helps creative people realize their dreams. My first love is working with inventors to craft their innovations into effective patents. I focus on comprehensive specifications, illustrative figures and broad claims that capture the genius of an invention while covering all conceivable embodiments. I enjoy the back-and-forth process of figure and claim drafting with my clients, and I make a point of always being available to help ease the process from idea to issued patent.
I received my Bachelor’s at Princeton University and completed my physics course work at San Francisco State University. I received my J.D. with Honors from the University of Oregon School of Law. At Oregon, I received a Certificate in Intellectual Property for my course work in patent infringement.
In patent prosecution, I focus on mechanical apparatus devices, chemical compositions and computer-implemented method patents. I represent businesses in patent litigation matters, copyright, trademark and trade secret infringement suits in both state and federal courts. I perform U.S. and international trademark registrations, conduct trademark searches and draft freedom-to-operate opinions. I counsel and prosecute U.S. patent and trademark applications for scientists, inventors, business people, artists and designers of all types.
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1261 Locust Street 56, Walnut Creek, CA, 94596
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Posted by Gavin Leonard | November 30, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Trademark Application
Thanks Rich! I appreciate it!
I came to Richard for help with a trademark application. Not only is he knowledgeable but he is very thorough with the details. He walked me through the whole process and kept me updated on the communications from the USPTO. A true professional. Richard excels in all aspects. If you're looking for a ...
Posted by Jason | March 22, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Trademark Application
A true professional for Patent application, Trademark application.
Richard has been absolutely incredible and as advertised. Initially, I went to Richard for Trademark assistance. I was so impressed after the successful filing and approval that although I had filed my Provisional Patent through another company I was intent on having Richard submit for my Non-Provisi...
Posted by Leo | March 19, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Patent Application
Highly suggest his office!
My partner and I recently worked with Mr. Salles to create and file a patent, and we came away very happy with the services provided to us. The free consultation was invaluable, as it allowed us to assess the potential of our creation without incurring needless charges. Mr. Salles was extremely infor...
Posted by Adriana | March 02, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Patent Application
Highly recommended. Quick to respond.
I have had the opportunity to work with two previous patent lawyers on other projects prior to meeting Rich and all I can say is that I wish I would've had met Rich for my previous projects. He is very professional, very knowledgeable, very meticulous and very thorough. From our very first meeting h...
Posted by Winsome | September 30, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Intellectual Property
Excellent at what he does!
Richard S. was efficient and very effective with communicating what he needed from us. We had worked with 2 trademark companies before Richard and they took advantage of us. Richard did not. He was reasonable. He is very knowledgeable about all the trademark laws and procedures.
"I've worked with Richard a few times, he does great work and is both very good at communicating concepts and very easy to get a hold of. I endorse him."
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2018
A+ I.T. Certification, CompTIA
1999
U. of Oregon School of Law, Certificate in Intellectual Property
2011 - 2018
Captain, United States Army, J.A.G. Corps
2004 - 2012
Attorney, Imhoff & Associates, PC
2000 - 2004
Contract Attorney, Los Angeles County Bar Association
2016 - Present
National Association of Patent PractitionersMember
Issued design Patent: https://patentimages.storage.googleapis.com/53/67/f6/7138bb7c77aa77/USD968510.pdf
2013
Physics
1999
JD - Juris Doctor
1993
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2016
Patents for Medical Devices
2017
2016
English
French