Blogs
- Green Patent Programs Worldwide - Expedited Examination Options in China
- Green Patent Programs Worldwide - Prologue
- “Submicrometer Particle Formation and Mercury Speciation . . .,” Energy Fuels, Volume 20, 2006

Michael’s IP practice emphasizes patent prosecution and intellectual property counseling in both the United States and abroad. Michael has been involved in patent portfolio development and management for a wide range of endeavors and business entities.
Michael has and continues to serve clients that range from bold entrepreneurs with cutting-edge ideas and new technologies, to some of the largest and most experienced multinational corporations in the world. He works directly with inventors, executives and in-house counsel to identify and harvest the novel and often highly specific differentiators of a given technology in order to increase the value of his client’s patent portfolios on a global stage.
In addition to his patent prosecution practice, Michael has developed a particular interest in global “green” patent programs and other mechanisms for expedited examination of environmentally beneficial technologies. He regularly collaborates with foreign associates to study eligibility requirements, costs, and strategic considerations across jurisdictions, with the goal of helping clients assess options for accelerating worldwide patent protection.
With more than ten years of practice, Michael works diligently to distinguish his clients’ technologies, and therefore their overall brand. He delivers a proven ability to write and prosecute patents that are critical to his clients’ strategic development.
Direct: 703.668.8025
Fax: 703.668.8200
J.D., University of Texas, 2010
B.S., summa cum laude, Chemical Engineering, Minor in Economics, Oklahoma State University, 2007
Texas
U.S. Patent and Trademark Office