Robert ◊ Platt ◊ Bell Registered Patent Attorney NOTE: July 22, 2017 will mark the 30th anniversary since I first reported for duty at Patent Academy at the United States Patent & Trademark Office. After 30 years in the Patent Business (including 20 years running my own practice) and 40 years of work, I have decided to wind down my practice and retire. It is possible I may still take an overflow case from another firm, if such work is available, but I will no longer be representing clients directly. I will be winding down my practice over the next year or so. The following are some referrals if you are in need of an IP Attorney Referral for Patent Work: Robert Lev Lev IP Consulting Patent and Trademark Attorney Located in Northeast Ohio Web: www.lev-ip.com Tel: 330-759-1423 Fax: 330-459-4865 E-Mail: patdoc@lev-ip.com Referral for Trademark Work: Kate Dodson Strain Belzer PC Attorney, Intellectual Property, Franchising, & Business Transactions 2905 Bull Street Savannah, GA 31405 (912) 236-3001 (phone) (912) 236-3003 (facsimile) kstrain@belzerlaw.com RESUME EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND Bachelor of Science,
Electrical Engineering, Syracuse University, 1987
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY Preparation and prosecution of patent applications for semiconductor devices (Cirrus Logic, Inc., Sun Microsystems, Inc., Samsung Information Systems of America, National Semiconductor), video controllers, telecommunications systems (NTIA), aircraft controls, automotive controls and sensors; internet methods of doing business, computer software; preparation of infringement and validity opinions, trademark applications and appeals, copyright registrations and client counseling; licensing negotiations; expert witness on patent validity and infringement (NAMS International v. Spectra.Net Comm., et al); expert witness on ethics in patent practice (Harry I. Moatz v. Michael J. Colitz, Jr., Proceeding 99-04, December, 2002). Associate - Lowe, Price, LeBlanc & Becker, 1993-1994 Preparation and prosecution of patent applications for semiconductor devices, video controllers, (Cirrus Logic, Inc.) telecommunications systems (Bell Atlantic), aircraft controls, automotive controls and sensors, semiconductor devices (Mitsubishi); preparation of validity and infringement opinions. Law Clerk/Associate - Banner, Birch, McKie & Beckett, 1989-1993 Preparation and prosecution of patent applications for cable television communications systems, scrambling systems, satellite communications systems (Scientific Atlanta), cellular and cordless telephones, radio pagers, digital control systems, semiconductor memory devices (Toshiba) automotive microprocessor control systems household appliances, athletic equipment, and air conditioning components and controls (Sanden Compressor, Hunter Melnor). Extensive infringement and validity studies (Lemelson Patents). Monitor and assist in litigation before U.S.I.T.C. Litigation support for telecommunications patent suit including depositions and drafting deposition outlines, interrogatories, requests for documents, requests for admissions, and expert witness statements. Preparation of expert witnesses and preparation of interactive video trial exhibit, analysis of patent claim language, file wrapper history, developing expert witness testimony and exhibits, drafting pre-trial motions, second chair at depositions, and letters rogatory in Tokyo District Court. U.S. Patent Examiner - Group 260, Measuring & Testing, 1987-1989 Examined applications for electronic flowmeters, tunnel effect transducers, ultrasonic inspection systems, microprocessor engine controls, accelerometers and micro-machined devices. Commissioner's Awards for outstanding performance and productivity. Letter of Commendation for participation in Patent & Trademark Office Automation Project (installing first Examiner computers at USPTO). Engineer, Technician - Carrier Corp. div. United Technologies, 1981-1987 Advanced concepts HVAC lab - developed microprocessor control system (Intel 8050 based) for industrial chillers and multi-zone air handling system, paramagnetic heat engine, thermal energy storage system, instrumentation systems for testing industrial chillers and room air flow measurement. Developed and tested digital control board for water source heat pump, developed instrumentation testing systems and wrote software for same. Co-Op Student (General Motors Institute) - New Departure Hyatt div. General Motors Corp. 1978-1980 Metallurgical testing
of incoming steel and finished products (microstructure analysis, Rockwell
hardness testing, destructive testing). Drafted layouts and tooling for GM B
and C vehicle component machining and assembly. Programming of various desktop
computer systems for design section.
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Note also that the information provided on these pages is deemed to be the most accurate we are aware of at the time the information was posted. However, Patent Laws, Rules, and Procedures change over time, and older information may be outdated, inaccuarte, or flat-out wrong. Our web pages have been on-line as long ago as 1994, and many cached and obsolete versions of those pages are still floating around the Internet. Also, we do not update information on a regular basis or delete articles of historical interest. Thus, again, we emphasize that the materials provided herein are for educational purposes only - you really need to talk to a lawyer before proceeding with a Patent or Trademark or Copyright Application or other issue.
2. Lawyer Advertising Nothing in this web page should be construed as a guarantee of specific results for a client. The relative success or failure of a patent depends largely on the value and worth of the underlying invention itself. Competent prosecution can help insure that what rights are available to an inventor are properly secured. However, I do not guarantee or suggest that my skills in Patent Prosecution can cause your underlying invention to succeed. Moreover, the chances or obtaining a Patent or a Patent of specific coverage depend upon a number of factors, many of which are outside the control of the Attorney, including the posture of the Examiner, discovered Prior Art, and the reasonableness and dedication of the inventor to the project. We can only promise to use our best efforts in attempting to obtain Patent Protection for you. 3. Invention Promotion I am not an invention promoter, broker, or developer. I do not recommend the services of any such individuals or companies. My practice is limited to preparing and prosecuting Patent Applications before the Patent & Trademark Office and related Intellectual Property legal matters. It has been my experience that the inventor is the best invention promoter of their invention.
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