Ken Leffler
Ken Leffler is a distinguished patent attorney and electrical engineer with more than three decades of experience in intellectual property law — 12 years of Big Law experience at a prominent patent boutique firm, and 21 years of small firm experience. He holds a Juris Doctor (cum laude) from Georgetown University Law Center and a Master of Science and Bachelor of Science (with Highest Honors), both in Electrical Engineering from Rutgers University.
Ken’s career is defined by technical expertise, legal precision, and a client-focused approach. With 11 years of hands-on engineering experience at IBM, where he designed computer controllers and OSI-compliant software, Ken brings a unique understanding of complex technologies to his legal practice.
Key highlights of Ken’s experience include:
Drafting and prosecuting over 1,500 patent applications across diverse technologies, including cellular telecommunications (2.5G to 6G), AI, machine learning, foundational Bluetooth technologies, computer hardware architectures, and optical networking.
Serving continuously as a trusted advisor to a Global Fortune 500 company for over 30 years, handling standard-essential and high-value patents.
Providing expert legal counsel on patent scope, infringement, and validity.
Leading and mentoring patent professionals, fostering excellence in the field.
Bar Admissions:
The State Bar of California
Virginia State Bar
United States Patent and Trademark Office
Whether you’re a Fortune 500 company seeking strategic portfolio development or a startup building your first IP assets, Ken’s expertise, technical depth, and client-centered service set him apart in the field of intellectual property law.
American Bar Association
American Intellectual Property Law Association