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Areas of Practice: Patents, Opinions, Searching, Client Counseling.
Andrew (Andy) Wright is a patent attorney with extensive experience advising clients on the preparation, prosecution, and strategic use of patents. Mr. Wright’s practice focuses on preparing and prosecuting U.S. patent applications, as well as counseling clients on international patent protection, freedom-to-operate, patentability, infringement, and enforcement issues. He works closely with clients to develop patent portfolios that align with commercial objectives.
Mr. Wright brings more than 20 years of experience preparing and prosecuting patent applications across a broad range of technologies, including computer and software implemented methods, cloud computing, artificial intelligence, mechanical systems, medical devices, and electronics. This technical breadth enables him to quickly understand complex innovations and tailor claim strategies to both the underlying technology and the competitive landscape.
Over the course of his career, Mr. Wright has prepared and prosecuted hundreds of patent applications and reviewed hundreds more as a supervising attorney. Serving as a supervising attorney and the primary point of contact for in-house counsel has sharpened his focus on issue spotting, efficiency in workflow, and clear, practical communication. Clients value his ability to provide actionable guidance and to deliver patent claims that support business goals.
Before entering private practice, Mr. Wright was a patent examiner at the United States Patent and Trademark Office. That experience provides additional perspective on prosecution strategy and efficient issue resolution, which he leverages to advance prosecution while controlling cost. Earlier in his career, Mr. Wright worked as a mechanical engineer for the Department of the Navy providing engineering support for aircrew and maintainer systems.
Education: George Washington University (J.D., 2005); Virginia Tech, (M.S. Mechanical Engineering, 1996); University of Tennessee (B.S. Mechanical Engineering, magna cum laude, 1994).
Admitted: Virginia, United States Patent and Trademark Office, Supreme Court of Virginia.