Fitch, Even, Tabin & Flannery is pleased to announce that Julie Muyco and Viktor Simkovic have joined our team as patent agents.
Julie Muyco, a seasoned patent agent with over 15 years of experience, has joined our San Diego office. Julie focuses on patent preparation and prosecution, patent analysis, and patentability searching, primarily working with clients in the fields of clean technology, medical devices, mechanical engineering, autonomous driving, sports equipment, packaging for liquid goods, scanning technology, and consumer goods.
Julie’s in-depth expertise in both law firm and in-house startup settings provides her with a unique perspective on invention harvesting, portfolio building, and strategic patent prosecution, making her an invaluable asset to our team and clients.
Viktor Simkovic, a registered patent agent, joining our Chicago office, brings a wealth of knowledge from his previous roles at patent boutique firms in Washington, DC, and as a patent examiner at the USPTO. He assists clients with U.S. patent application preparation and prosecution, including analyzing prior art, preparing applications, responses to USPTO office actions, and strategies for preparing continuing applications. His technical background spans a wide range of industries, including cellular wireless communication, networking devices and software, machine learning, vehicle telematics, medical imaging, petroleum testing, semiconductor manufacturing, and internet searching.
Viktor’s combined experience has prepared him to anticipate challenges that may arise during the patent preparation and prosecution process, ensuring he can navigate each step with proficiency.
We are delighted to welcome Julie and Viktor to the Fitch Even team!
