Spencer Fane LLP is pleased to announce Matthew David joined the Litigation and Dispute Resolution practice group as an associate, joining a small, powerful team of intellectual property litigators in the new Washington, D.C. office amid the firm’s consistent national expansion.
With a background in engineering and as a former U.S. Patent & Trademark Office (USPTO) examiner, Matt helps large technology companies navigate the intricacies of IP litigation, skillfully managing patent applications with hands-on intel and exceptional creativity. He primarily works within the computer, electrical, and mechanical arts in patent litigation, prosecution, and post-grant proceedings. Additionally, Matt has experience filing trademarks, patent due diligence, and opinion work.
“IP litigation is among the most complex areas of the legal industry, requiring an all-encompassing combination of knowledge, creativity, and acute attention to detail,” said Blair Jacobs, a partner for Spencer Fane in Washington, D.C. “Matt’s admirable track record of success combined with his background as a USPTO examiner offers Spencer Fane the unique advantage of a high-level, inside perspective. The more touchpoints of experience we have on our team, the more successful our client outcomes. We are thrilled to have him on board and look forward to continuing to add to our rapidly growing practice group with exceptional attorneys like Matt.”
Matt completed his undergraduate studies in computer engineering at Pennsylvania State University, then earned his Juris Doctor with honors at The George Washington University Law School.
