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As a patent attorney, Dylan helps companies of all sizes protect their ideas and inventions. His practice focuses on drafting and filing patent applications along with patent portfolio planning and maintenance. He has experience with U.S. and foreign patents in a wide variety of technology fields, including software, computer hardware and devices, robotics, e-commerce, mechanical devices and designs. Clients range from Shark Tank winners to startups to Fortune 100 companies. He has been featured on CNBC's hit show "The Profit" with Marcus Lemonis.
Dylan's technical background includes graduate work in robot manipulators, artificial intelligence, smartphone applications, wireless communications, digital signal processing, and computer communication networks.
He is author of Patents Demystified, which is an insider's guide to patents for startups, entrepreneurs and inventors. Available at Amazon and other retailers.
-- Used at Top Universities Including Harvard, Stanford and MIT
-- #1 Amazon Best Seller in Intellectual Property Books and in Patent Books
-- Ranked as "Top Rated" book in Patents, Trademarks and Copyrights on Amazon
-- Official Patent Guide of the American Bar Association
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Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Patent Application
95%
22 years | 1,000 cases
Patent Infringement
5%
19 years | 15 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 620-620 per hour
Retainer
Always
Payment Methods
- Check
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Licensed in Washington for 18 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 2007
No misconduct found
Location
Davis Wright Tremaine, LLP
1201 3rd Ave., Suite 2200, Seattle, WA, 98101
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"Dylan is a talented IP lawyer and highly skilled patent attorney. A creative thinker who is enthusiastic about innovation and technology. Dylan is a dedicated advocate with excellent communication skills and an ability to work with clients to obtain results. I highly recommend Dylan."
"Dylan has handled a number of complex trademark and patent matters for my clients. He has consistently addressed difficult challenges with creative and innovative solutions that less talented lawyers were simply unable to attain."
"Dylan is an astute and personable attorney who sees the bigger picture and skillfully advises clients."
"Dylan is a fantastic attorney, especially in the area of patents. I feel extremely confident sending clients to Dylan because I know he is professional, personable, and patient. He has a real love for the law and a zest for solving complex problems for his clients."
"Dylan is a great patent attorney and it is a pleasure to work with him. He has a particular skill in working collaboratively with clients on complex matters."
"Dylan is a master of the biotech patent, but highly recomended for patents of all shapes and sizes. If you have an innovation, talk to this man."
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Experience
Honors
2016
Washington Super Lawyer - Rising Star 2016, Washington Law & Politics Magazine
2016
#1 Best Seller in Intellectual Property Books, Amazon.com
2016
#1 Best Seller in Patent Books, Amazon.com
2015
Official Patent Guide of the ABA, American Bar Association (ABA)
2015
Washington Super Lawyer - Rising Star 2015, Washington Law & Politics Magazine
2013
IP Dept. of The Year (Top 5 Finalist), The Recorder
2013
IP Hot List - Top-20 IP Practice Nationally, National Law Journal
2013
IP Practice Group of the Year, Law360
2013
IP Dept. of The Year (Top 3 Finalist), The American Lawer
2011
Washington Super Lawyer - Rising Star 2011, Washington Law & Politics Magazine
2010
Washington Super Lawyer - Rising Star 2010, Washington Law & Politics Magazine
2009
Professional Excellence Award, MiNeeds, Inc.
2007
Graduation With Honors (Cum Laude), Seattle University School of Law
2006
CALI Award for Excellence in Intellectual Property Law, Center for Computer-Assisted Legal Instruction (CALI)
2004
Seattle University Law Trustee Scholarship, Seattle University School of Law
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Rated "Superb" (9.8/10), Avvo.com
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Level 9 Contributor, Avvo.com
Work Experience
2015 - Present
Patent Attorney, Partner, Davis Wright Tremaine, LLP
2013 - 2015
Associate Patent Attorney, Orrick, Herrington & Suitcliffe, LLP
2009 - 2013
Patent Attorney, Graybeal Jackson LLP
2007 - 2009
Patent Attorney, Axios Law Group PLLC
2005 - 2007
Owner/Patent Agent, Paramount Patents LLC
Associations
2008 - Present
US District Ct. - W Dist. of WashingtonMember
2008 - Present
Washington State Patent Law AssociationMember
2007 - Present
Washington State Bar AssociationMember
2005 - Present
United States Patent BarPatent Attorney
2004 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2005 - 2007
Seattle University Law ReviewStaff
Sample of Legal Cases
National Products, Inc. v. Gamber-Johnson LLC
Qexez, LLC v. Keynote Systems, Inc.
Computing Machine Using Software Objects for Transferring Data that Includes Destination Information
Patented
Stackable container systems
Patented
Modular motorcycle hub system
Patented
Animal pad
Patented
Indicating the integrity of a connector seal
Patented
Direct injection assembly provided with a shut-off valve for controlling the delivery of a high-pressure fuel pump
Patented
Pressurized fluid coupler with anti-recoil feature and methods
Patented
Compounds and Methods for Diagnosis and Treatment of Leishmaniasis
Patented
Method and system for restoration of a mobile device to its state prior to loss of standard memory
Patented
Method of decoding a spatially multiplexed signal and its corresponding receiver
Patented
Compounds & Methods for Promoting Cellular Health & Treatment of Cancer
Patented
Animal garment article and method
Patented
Stackable Container Systems
Patented
Relative line tension indicator and methods for fishing reels and the like
Patented
COMPOUNDS AND METHODS FOR DIAGNOSIS AND TREATMENT OF CHAGAS DISEASE
Published
Set of Stackable Tableware
Patented
Westfield Outdoor Inc v. GCI Outdoor Inc
Insurance Adjustment Via Digital Imaging System & Method
Determination of Parking Space Availability System & Method
Selective Laundering Systems & Methods
Activity Partner Matching System & Method
Desire Posting System & Method
Systems and Methods for Smokeless Tobacco Storage and Use
Systems and Methods For Providing Remote Ordering
Imaginal Systematic LLC v. Leggett & Platt, Inc.
Fluidigm Corp. v. NanoString Inc.
Quality Experience Testing, LLC v. Ascom Network Testing, Inc.
MasterObjects, Inc. v. Amazon.com, Inc.
Education
2013
University of Washington
MSEE (Masters)
2007
Seattle University School of Law
JD (With Honors)
2004
University of California - Davis
BS
Speaking Engagements
2016
Patent CLE
Patent Detectability Issues Due To Changes to FRCP
2014
MakerHaus Business & Entrepreneurial Classes
Intro to Patents & IP (bimonthly)
2013
MakerHaus Business & Entrepreneurial Classes
Intro to Patents & IP (bimonthly)
2008
KKNW AM1150 Radio - Business Innovators Show
IP Law Basics for Small Business
2007
Seattle University School of Business
Patent Basics
2006
University of Washington School of Business
Patent Law for Entrepenures
2006
University of Washington Experimental College
Patent Basics for Inventors and Small Business Owners
2006
The Dylan Adams Patent Podcast
Working with a Patent Practitioner
2006
The Dylan Adams Patent Podcast
Safe and Unsafe Invention Disclosures
2006
The Dylan Adams Patent Podcast
Provisional, Non-Provisional & Patent Pending
2006
Seattle University School of Business
Patent Law for Entrepenures
2006
Seattle University School of Business
Patent Basics
Publications
2015
ABA Flagship Publishing -CoSponsored by ABA Intellectual Property Section
PATENTS DEMYSTIFIED: AN INSIDER’S GUIDE TO PROTECTING YOUR IDEAS AND INVENTIONS
2009
SeattlePatents Blog
Various Blog Posts
Languages
English
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13 Apr 2015
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