Business Details
Your Trusted Intellectual Property Law Firm in Pasadena
We are an experienced team of intellectual property lawyers dedicated to protecting and generating value from inventions, brands, and creative works. Our business-minded attorneys bring a practical approach to managing, defending, and enhancing the value of intangible assets. With a focus on patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets, we provide strategic legal solutions tailored to clients' needs. Our team combines technical expertise with legal acumen to deliver enforceable IP rights and maximize client value.We prioritize clear communication, prompt responsiveness, and transparent cost structures to ensure client satisfaction. Recognized for excellence, including Super Lawyers listings and industry awards, we advocate for inventors, artists, and businesses globally. Our litigation expertise spans hundreds of disputes, while our prosecution practice secures high-value patents through collaborative processes. We serve startups, established corporations, and individual creators across diverse industries.
Services
Patent Monetization
Infringement Litigation
Patent Applications
Trademark Protection
Business Law
Entertainment Law
Copyright Defense
Trademark Applications
Highlights and features
- We offer 18+ years of specialized IP law experience
- Our attorneys are recognized in Super Lawyers listings
- We implement a collaborative patent prosecution process
- We provide clear communication and transparent billing
- Our team includes engineers with advanced technical degrees
Associations and certifications
- Super Lawyers
- Pasadena Magazine Top Attorney
- AI International Dispute Resolution Award
What people say
Speed and effectiveness
Outstanding trademark work
Knowledgeable and thorough
Integral to IP success
Amazing patent drafting
Services
Patent Monetization
We help patent owners generate revenue through strategic licensing agreements. Our team evaluates patent value, identifies potential licensees, and negotiates favorable terms. With experience in hundreds of license agreements, we ensure inventors receive fair compensation for their innovations while navigating complex IP landscapes.
Infringement Litigation
Our trial attorneys specialize in resolving intellectual property disputes through litigation. We handle patent, trademark, and copyright cases with a results-focused approach. With a track record of successful verdicts and dismissals, we protect clients' rights in court while seeking cost-effective resolutions.
Patent Applications
We draft and prosecute patent applications with technical precision and legal expertise. Our process includes invention analysis, claim drafting, and USPTO advocacy. By conducting examiner interviews and portfolio reviews, we secure strong patents that protect clients' innovations and maintain commercial value.
Trademark Protection
We help businesses register and enforce trademarks to protect brand identity. Services include risk assessment, application filing, and enforcement strategies. Our proactive monitoring and policing services prevent infringement while building long-term brand value through comprehensive trademark management.
Business Law
We provide legal guidance for business formation, contracts, and compliance. Our services include entity formation, agreement drafting, and employment law support. With an entrepreneurial mindset, we help businesses navigate legal challenges while aligning strategies with commercial objectives.
People
Dan Cotman
Founder / Senior Partner
IP attorney with 8 Super Lawyers recognitions, specializing in patent litigation and monetization. Advocates for inventors' rights while balancing business strategy with legal protection.
Edward Schewe
Partner
25+ years IP litigation experience, registered patent attorney with engineering background. Specializes in patent procurement and complex IP disputes across multiple technical fields.
Obi Iloputaife
Of Counsel
Former Boeing Technical Fellow and Cardinal Health IP counsel. Combines engineering expertise with legal practice to deliver efficient IP solutions for technology and healthcare clients.
Curtis Edmondson
Of Counsel
Registered patent attorney with aerospace engineering background. Experienced in patent portfolio development for manufacturing and telecom companies through litigation and prosecution.
Jayson Sohi
Associate Attorney
Biomedical engineering graduate with focus on medical device IP. Assists clients with patent applications and prosecution while leveraging technical expertise in life sciences innovations.
Questions
What areas of intellectual property do you specialize in?
We specialize in patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets, with dedicated practice groups for litigation, monetization, and application prosecution.
How do you handle patent infringement cases?
Our litigation team employs strategic enforcement through licensing negotiations, USPTO proceedings, or courtroom litigation to protect patent owners' rights.
What makes your patent application process unique?
We combine technical engineering analysis with legal expertise, including inventor collaboration, claim strategy sessions, and regular USPTO examiner interviews.
Do you work with international clients?
Yes, we handle international patent filings and trademark registrations through global partnerships while maintaining direct client communication.
How are legal fees structured for IP services?
We offer transparent budgeting with fixed-fee options for patent drafting and trademark filings, while litigation costs are managed through regular client reviews.
