“I was drawn to new innovations in high school; my journey has continued to protect, represent, and reward those who innovate.”
Prestin Van Mieghem’s intellectual property law practice includes patent preparation and prosecution, freedom-to-operate, infringement analysis, and global portfolio prosecution. In addition, he drafts and reviews a variety of business contracts and intellectual property agreements, including product distribution agreements, licensing agreements, and joint development agreements.
Clients Prestin has worked with range from technology start-ups to large global manufacturers, many in the mechanical engineering and other high-tech industries.
Prestin holds a B.S. degree in Physics from Illinois State University. His background provides him with a clear understanding of the intricacies of clients’ technology, enabling him to efficiently and effectively communicate with inventors and in-house counsel.
- Prepares utility and provisional applications ranging small manufacturing clients to global manufacturers.
- Prosecutes US and foreign utility applications for a global manufacture of aviation components.
- Drafts agreements for manufacturers of emergency response vehicles.
- Reviews business contracts and prepares recommendations on how to handle intellectual property strategy and portfolio.