John R. Buser

Of Counsel / Detroit Metro Office

John Buser is a registered patent attorney with more than 25 years of experience in patent prosecution and intellectual property law. Known for his meticulous attention to detail and client-focused approach, John has authored and prosecuted over 400 patent applications spanning electrical and electronic technologies. He works closely with inventors and technical teams to translate complex ideas into robust intellectual property protection, emphasizing precision, thoroughness, and strategic planning.

Throughout his career, John has gained extensive experience across multiple practice settings, including large firms, in-house counsel roles, and nearly a decade as a sole practitioner. These experiences have honed his ability to provide practical, tailored solutions while maintaining long-term client relationships built on trust and personal attention.

John’s practice covers a broad array of technologies, including semiconductors, RF systems, electric vehicles, wireless networking, analog and digital signal processing, communication systems, electronic media, computer networking, and high-power electronics. He has also assisted clients with freedom-to-operate analyses, patent valuations, licensing agreements, and strategic IP planning.

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Background

John earned a Bachelor of Science in electrical engineering from General Motors Institute (now Kettering University) and a Juris Doctor from Wayne State University. Outside of the office, John enjoys karting, RC cars, fishing, sailing, and golfing with his family.

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Highlights & Representative Results

Authored and prosecuted over 400 patent applications for clients in diverse technology sectors, including electric vehicles, semiconductors, networking, and consumer electronics.
Conducted global IP filings, patent clearance analyses, and freedom-to-operate assessments.
Advised clients on licensing, joint development, and other IP-related agreements and transactions.
Collaborated extensively with engineers, inventors, and corporate leaders to align intellectual property strategies with technical and business objectives.