James Hayne
James is a Registered Patent Attorney and member of the Intellectual Property and Technology Service Group primarily located in the firm's Louisville office. His practice focuses on patent preparation and prosecution, both foreign and domestic. James has extensive experience prosecuting utility patent applications covering a wide range of subject matter including electronic hardware and software, consumer goods, and manufacturing equipment. James also has experience prosecuting design patent applications for ornamental products such as home goods, children’s toys, and soft goods such as bags and blankets.
Estimations and measurements of shear stresses on bed materials in erosion rate testing devices
Counseled individuals in developing and pursuing patent and trademark protection for start-up businesses.
Developed intellectual property protection strategies for a variety of companies to cover existing and upcoming product lines both in the U.S. and abroad.
Successfully invalidated a competitors overly-broad patent claims through a post-grant review proceeding conducted by the Patent Trial and Appeal Board of the United States Patent and Trademark Office.
cum laude
University of Florida College of Law
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Certificate in Intellectual Property
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Book Award in Patent Drafting & Prosecution I, Appellate Advocacy and Intellectual Property Litigation
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ABA-BNA Award for Excellence in Intellectual Property Law
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Intellectual Property Law Program
cum laude
Minor in Musical Performance
University of Florida
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Phi Sigma Pi National Honor Society
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Florida Licensed Engineering Intern
In his personal time, James enjoys reading, working on his 85 year old home, and taking hikes with his wife and Swiss mountain dog.
Best Lawyers in America®, Ones To Watch, Patent Law (2021-22)
