Our patent attorneys guide clients throughout the lifecycle of identifying and protecting their intellectual property using patents. We help them understand the patentability of new products, review and maintain existing patents, and offer strategic portfolio management across a wide range of technologies.
We provide seamless support on domestic and international patent matters, offering expertise in:
- Drafting, filing, and prosecuting patent applications
- Patent enforceability
- Freedom to Operate (FTO) opinions
- International patent filing and prosecution
- Pre-existing rights and research for patents of all kinds
- Patent licensing, cross-licensing, transfers, and assignments
- Patent portfolio management
- Corporate transactions of all kinds involving patents and patent applications
- Design patent rights including counseling as well as design patent drafting, filing, and prosecution
By aligning our services with your business goals, we ensure that your intellectual property drives growth, innovation, and competitive advantage.
Our attorneys bring extensive experience handling patents across a wide array of industries, including:
Technology and Telecommunications
- Computer Hardware and Software
- Drone Aircraft: Collision Avoidance and Ranging Systems
- Fiber Optic Lasers, Amplifiers, and Telecommunications Modules
- LED Lighting Devices
- Radar and Vertical Cavity Lasers
- Semiconductor Wafer Fabrication
Consumer Products
- Eyewear
- Outdoor Equipment
- Paintball Technology
- Ready-to-Assemble Furniture
Industrial and Manufacturing
- Acoustics
- Aerosol and Liquid Dispensing Systems
- Automotive and Industrial Filter Components
- Building Equipment and Products
- Thermal Management Solutions
Medical and Healthcare
- FemTech – Women’s Health Care Devices
- Infant Care Devices
- Wearable Medical Devices
Specialized Applications
- Aircraft
- Anti-counterfeiting Technology
- Autonomous Underwater Vehicles
- Electric Vehicle Technologies
- Large Scale Power Generator Systems
- Rare-earth Doped Fibers
- Turbine Engines
ALM: With AI Expected to Be a Focus This Year, What Changes Can Midsize Firms Expect?
February 10, 2025Craig M. Scott, partner and chair of Hinckley Allen's Intellectual Property Group, discussed the firm's approach to artificial intelligence (AI) with American Lawyer Media (ALM). In the article, Craig highlights the firm's focus on AI technology, …
Hinckley Allen Soars in 2026 Best Law Firms with 100 Total Rankings
November 6, 2025Hinckley Allen is proud to announce its recognition in the 2026 edition of Best Law Firms by Best Lawyers, earning a total of 100 rankings. This milestone reflects the firm’s sustained growth, exceptional talent, and strong leadership. Notably, …
Hinckley Allen Recognized for Excellence: 75% Attorneys Honored in The Best Lawyers in America® 2026
August 21, 2025Hinckley Allen is proud to announce that 127 of its attorneys have been recognized in the 2026 edition of The Best Lawyers in America®, representing 75% of the firm’s legal team.
Are you an entrepreneur?
The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) recently launched a new virtual training course that provides essential information on intellectual property (IP), cybersecurity, and funding. This is a great way to understand how to best protect your ideas, and also increase the value of your company as well as opportunities for funding. Our entire Intellectual Property team is available to answer any IP-related issues before, during, or after reviewing the course.
