ROYAL OAK, Michigan – Brooks Kushman welcomes attorneys Charles Bieneman, Christopher Francis, Bryan Hart, Franklin MacKenzie, and patent agents Jeff Limón and Patrick Leonard to the firm's expanding patent prosecution team. Together, they bring decades of experience across diverse industries and cutting-edge technologies, further enhancing our ability to deliver strategic and comprehensive intellectual property solutions.
- Charles Bieneman focuses on patent prosecution and counseling for clients in industries such as automotive, telecommunications, and aerospace. With experience as a patent examiner and in software development, Charles leverages a deep technical understanding to provide comprehensive IP strategies.
- Christopher Francis specializes in patent and trademark portfolio management, IP due diligence for mergers and acquisitions, and prosecution of mechanical and electrical technologies. He is skilled in aligning clients' business objectives with their intellectual property strategies.
- Bryan Hart excels in patent prosecution and litigation, focusing on mechanical, electrical, and software technologies. His work includes autonomous vehicles, AI, additive manufacturing, and other cutting-edge innovations, with a keen emphasis on enforcement considerations.
- Frank MacKenzie, a recent graduate of Michigan State University College of Law brings expertise in electrical engineering with a focus on microprocessor technology and electro-optics. He has experience drafting and prosecuting patents in the automotive field.
- Jeff Limón is an experienced patent agent with expertise in preparing and prosecuting patent applications for systems and software in industries such as automotive, telecommunications, aerospace, and semiconductors. His corporate experience includes managing complex patent portfolios for leading technology companies.
- Patrick Leonard has over 30 years of experience designing and developing sensor systems for medical imaging, military applications, and industrial processes. He now focuses on preparing and prosecuting patents for technologies such as vehicle systems, internet software, and lasers.