Patent Engineer Clare M. Urbanski joined Andrus full-time in June 2021. Clare assists the attorneys in the preparation and prosecution of patent applications, as well as conducting prior art searches in support of opinions regarding patentability, non-infringement, and freedom to operate. Prior to her work with Andrus as a patent engineer, Clare received a Bachelor of Science in both Physics and Philosophy from Marquette University, graduating magna cum laude within the Honors College.
Andrus Intellectual Property Law has moved its Milwaukee office to the 22nd floor of the city’s newest high-rise – The BMO Tower.
Our new address is:
Andrus Intellectual Property Law, LLP
790 N. Water Street, Suite 2200
Milwaukee WI, 53202
The office boasts panoramic views of the city skyline and lakefront, and incorporates cutting edge technology and shared common areas that promote efficiency and collaboration. This perpetuates our firm’s esteemed 81-year history of providing outstanding intellectual property counsel to premier domestic and international clientele.
We are pleased to announce that Aaron Olejniczak has been selected by his peers as the 2021 Best Lawyers® “Lawyer of the Year” for Patent Litigation in Milwaukee! Aaron will also be highlighted in the print edition of The Best Lawyers in America© for Litigation - Intellectual Property and Litigation – Patents (www.bestlawyers.com)
Andrus was once again included in the guide entitled IAM Patent 1000 - The World's Leading Patent Practitioners. The IAM Patent 1000 is a standalone publication that identifies individual and firm expertise in all major areas of patent law and practice. Through an extensive research process by a team of highly qualified analysts, the publication identifies the top patent practitioners and law firms in 40 of the world’s most important jurisdictions and 20 U.S. states. In addition to firm-wide recognition, Joseph D. Kuborn, Aaron T. Olejniczak, Peter T. Holsen and Benjamin R. Imhoff were featured individually, based on positive feedback from clients and associates.
Andrus was selected as a ranked law firm in Chambers USA 2020, identifying our firm as one of the best firms in Wisconsin in the field of intellectual property law. In addition to the firm-wide ranking, Attorney Aaron T. Olejniczak was included as a Recognised Practitioner. Chambers ranks lawyers and law firms based on the research of over 170 full-time editors and researchers at their head office in London. Researchers talk to lawyers and clients, conducting in-depth telephone interviews, and review submission forms provided by law firms.
Patent Agent Daniel P. Ochoa joined Andrus in February 2020. Daniel is a registered patent agent at Andrus Intellectual Property Law. Daniel focuses his practice on assisting clients with preparing and prosecuting domestic and international patent applications, as well as conducting patentability searches and assessments.
Andrus is pleased to announce that earlier this year, Thomas R. Knight was named as a non-equity partner in the firm. The subject matter of Tom's experience has spanned across a wide variety of industries and technologies, integrating business objectives with intellectual property asset protection for long-term strategic planning.
The Milwaukee Bar Association officially welcomed Andrus Attorney Aaron T. Olejniczak as the President for the 2019-2020 term at the State of the Court Luncheon held October 8, 2019.
On September 9, 2019, Melissa L. Kleine joined Andrus as an associate. Melissa focuses her practice on domestic and international patent prosecution. She counsels clients regarding patentability and infringement issues across a wide variety of mechanical and electromechanical technologies.
Andrus was once again included in the guide entitled IAM Patent 1000 - The World’s Leading Patent Practitioners. The IAM Patent 1000 is a standalone publication that identifies individual and firm expertise in all major areas of patent law and practice. Through an extensive research process by a team of highly qualified analysts, the publication identifies the top patent practitioners and law firms in 40 of the world’s most important jurisdictions and 20 U.S. states. In addition to firm-wide recognition, Joseph Kuborn, Aaron Olejniczak, Peter Holsen and Benjamin Imhoff were featured individually, based on positive feedback from clients and associates.
Andrus was selected as a ranked law firm in Chambers USA 2019, identifying our firm as one of the best firms in Wisconsin in the field of intellectual property law. In addition to the firm-wide ranking, Attorney Aaron Olejniczak was included in their Spotlight Table for intellectual property litigation, and Attorney Peter Holsen was included as a Recognised Practitioner in intellectual property.
Andrus Intellectual Property Law is pleased to announce that Ryann H. Beck and Emily M. Chilson have become partners in the firm.
Ryann has a diverse range of experience relating to intellectual property matters, including domestic and international patent and trademark prosecution, licensing, and enforcement. Ryann has technical expertise in computer software applications, control systems, electrical and electronic circuits and systems, patient monitoring systems, medical devices and other mechanical devices.
Emily focuses her practice on domestic and international patent, design, and trademark prosecution. Emily has technical expertise in mechanical technologies, including engines and related control systems, wearable technologies, transportation-related equipment and sub-systems, machinery used in the paper industry, pumps and circuits, and metal cutting machines.
Andrus was once again included in the guide entitled IAM Patent 1000 - The World’s Leading Patent Practitioners. The IAM Patent 1000 is a standalone publication that identifies individual and firm expertise in all major areas of patent law and practice. Through an extensive research process by a team of highly qualified analysts, the publication identifies the top patent practitioners and law firms in 40 of the world’s most important jurisdictions and 20 U.S. states. In addition to firm-wide recognition, Joseph Kuborn, Aaron Olejniczak, Peter Holsen, Tambryn VanHeyningen and Benjamin Imhoff were featured individually, based on positive feedback from clients and associates.
Andrus was selected as a ranked law firm in Chambers USA 2018, identifying our firm as one of the best firms in Wisconsin in the field of intellectual property law. In addition to the firm-wide ranking, Attorney Aaron Olejniczak was included in their Spotlight Table for intellectual property litigation, and Attorney Peter Holsen was included as a Recognised Practitioner in intellectual property.
Attorneys Joseph D. Kuborn and Aaron T. Olejniczak were selected for inclusion in Managing Intellectual Property's 2018 edition of the IP Stars list.
Andrus Intellectual Property Law is pleased to announce that Christopher R. Liro has become a partner in the firm. Chris focuses his practice on intellectual property litigation in federal district and appellate courts, administrative proceedings before the PTAB, TTAB and ITC, and counseling clients in transactional matters, including licenses, joint development agreements, and dispute resolution. Chris is the Chairman of the Board of Directors of the State Bar of Wisconsin Intellectual Property and Technology Law Section.
It is with sadness in our hearts that we inform everyone of the unexpected passing of our partner, Michael Taken. Mike had been a partner and pillar of Andrus for thirty-three years, protecting the intellectual property of some of the area’s most innovative companies. Mike was especially proud of his decades of work for Mercury Marine. Mike was routinely recognized in professional publications as one of the leaders in the field of intellectual property.
Mike was set to retire at the end of this year. His remaining partners and associates had the privilege of learning the practice of patent law and client counseling from his instruction and from his example. Mike’s technical expertise and attention to detail enabled him to consistently provide exceptional advice to his clients throughout his long and successful career. The advocacy for his clients came from a genuine care for their businesses and his strong desire to contribute to their success. One client remembered Mike as “a consummate professional . . . smart, earnest, thorough, and accurate.” Professionally, we can think of no better way to be remembered, and we will miss him.
Andrus was selected as a ranked law firm in Chambers USA 2017, identifying our firm as one of the best firms in Wisconsin in the field of intellectual property law. In addition to the firm-wide ranking, Attorney Aaron Olejniczak was included in their Spotlight Table, being hailed as an "outstanding" IP litigator.
Attorneys Joseph D. Kuborn, Aaron T. Olejniczak and George H. Solveson were selected for inclusion in Managing Intellectual Property's 2017 edition of the IP Stars list.
Andrus Intellectual Property Law is pleased to announce that Ryann H. Beck and Emily M. Chilson have become non-equity partners in the firm. Ryann and Emily joined Andrus as summer associates in 2009, and focus their practices on domestic and international patent and trademark prosecution and enforcement. Ryann has experience prosecuting patents relating to a variety of technologies, particularly with regard to medical devices, medical patient monitoring and treatment technologies, computer software, electrical and electronic circuits and systems, and mechanical devices. Emily's technological experience is also varied, with a focus on wearable apparel and consumer packaged goods, engines and related control systems, transportation-related equipment and sub-systems, machinery used in the paper industry, pumps and circuits, metal cutting machines, and other mechanical devices.
On July 27, 2015, Attorney Thomas R. Knight joined Andrus Intellectual Property Law's Milwaukee Office as an associate.Thomas focuses his practice on domestic and international patent and trademark prosecution and enforcement. He counsels clients regarding patentability and infringement issues and provides written patentability and clearance opinions.
Andrus contributed to the 2015 PEARLS Graduating Senior Scholarship. These two-year renewable awards, substantial enough to positively impact a PEARLS Girl’s ability to persist from her first to second year of school, are available to a graduating senior and active PEARLS Girl entering her first year of college. As a long term goal, Graduating Senior Scholarship award recipients are also paired with a PEARLS mentor during the two-year term of her scholarship award to create more holistic support, both financially and relationally.
Attorneys Joseph D. Kuborn and Aaron T. Olejniczak were selected for inclusion in Managing Intellectual Property's 2015 edition of the IP Stars list. IP Stars highlights attorneys with a strong understanding of products and industry areas, as well as the requisite legal experience.
Andrus was selected as a ranked law firm in Chambers USA 2015, identifying our firm as one of the best firms in Wisconsin in the field of intellectual property law. In addition to the firm-wide ranking, Attorney Aaron Olejniczak was ranked as a notable professional for his "strength in patent infringement litigation proceedings."
Andrus was included on the 2014 US Design Patent Toteboard assembled by the Ant-Like Persistence blog written by Carl Oppedahl of Oppedahl Patent Law Firm LLC. The list ranks firms according to the number of US design patents they obtained for their clients in 2014. Each firm was invited in early January 2015 to submit a simple online questionnaire.
Andrus is proud to announce the opening of its Massachusetts Office, located in the Merrimac Mill Building at 44 Merrimac Street, Suite 207, Newburyport, MA 01950. Andrus also has offices in Milwaukee (Main Office) and Madison, Wisconsin.
On October 8, 2014, George H. Solveson was honored to be elected as a Fellow of the Wisconsin Law Foundation, an honorary program recognizing members of the legal profession in Wisconsin known by their peers for high achievements in their profession and outstanding contributions for the advancement and improvement of the administration of justice in the State of Wisconsin. Membership in the Fellows is considered a professional honor and evidence of professional distinction. Fellows membership is limited to 2.5% othe State Bar's total members. Fellows must be lawyers, judges, or teachers of law who are members of the State Bar of Wisconsin in good standing, and are recognized in the legal profession for outstanding attainment in professional, public, or private careers for devotion to the welfare of their community, state, and nation and the advancement of the legal profession.
On July 21, 2014, Kevin Spexarth joined Andrus Intellectual Property Law’s Milwaukee office as an associate after graduating from Marquette University Law School. Prior to joining Andrus, Kevin partnered with in-house patent practitioners at the Right-Hite Holding Corporation and the Brady Corporation.
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In the 2014 Acquisition International Magazine Intellectual Property Awards, Andrus Intellectual Property Law was named the Wisconsin IP Law Firm of the Year. Voted for by a worldwide network of professionals, advisers, clients, peers and business insiders, the Acquisition International Magazine Intellectual Property Awards celebrate the individuals and firms involved in driving the intellectual property field and thus playing a vital role in advancing innovation.
Christopher Liro became a member of the Board of the Sate Bar of Wisconsin's Intellectual Property and Technology Law Section on July 1, 2014. The Intellectual Property and Technology Law Section is made up of attorneys specializing in intellectual property law. Members work to keep both intellectual property practitioners and attorneys in other areas up-to-date on the latest developments in the field. The Section provides opportunities for attorneys to network with other legal professionals, participate in continuing legal education seminars and engage in other professional development opportunities.
On June 24, 2014, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit issued a decision upholding an Eastern District of Wisconsin decision granting more than $500,000 in damages to Andrus' client C&N Corporation (doing business as Door Peninsula Winery) in a trademark infringement case. C&N Corporation d/b/a DOOR PENINSULA WINERY v. Gregory Kane, et. al., 953 F. Supp. 2d 903 (E.D. Wis. 2013), aff'd, No. 13-3786 (7th Cir. June 24, 2014).
Andrus attorneys Aaron Olejniczak, Christopher Liro, and Christopher Scherer represented DPW in this trademark litigation case.
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