Currently the Chair of the Patent Prosecution Department at Cislo & Thomas.  Experienced in all aspects of Intellectual Property procurement and enforcement, including preparing and filing U.S. and International patent applications in a variety of technological areas, such as mechanical, pharmaceutical, biotechnological, alternative energy, and business methods.  Prosecuted many U.S. and International applications and is experienced in preparing and filing inter partes and ex partes reexaminations, and preparing legal opinions regarding patentability, patent validity, patent infringement, and freedom to operate.  Litigated cases involving allegations of patent infringement and trademark infringement, and successfully negotiated settlements and licensing agreements.