Mitch Williams practices intellectual property law with an emphasis on patent litigation, freedom to operate, and licensing. He uses his background in engineering to quickly understand the technology at issue and uncover key facts. As a former patent prosecutor, he has a keen ability to assess patent validity, product landscape, and infringement risk.

His work has spanned many different areas ranging from RF antennas, fiber optic hardware, and medical devices to food manufacturing processes, drill bits, and generic drugs. He enjoys learning about his clients’ technology and figuring out how to maximize its impact on their businesses.

Mitch’s experience has included drafting briefs and pleadings, conducting discovery, and practicing before the Patent Trial and Appeal Board. He regularly conducts legal research and summarizes complex areas of the law. He has also undertaken comprehensive freedom to operate analyses including patent searching and opinion drafting. His experience also includes drafting and prosecuting patent and trademark applications.

While working towards his Mechanical Engineering degree, Mitch interned for an audio equipment company. He studied product failure modes, built electromechanical reliability testing machines, and took part in prototyping new products.

In his spare time, Mitch enjoys flying, working on classic motorcycles, and spending time with his family.