Michael Phelps

Michael (“Mike”) Phelps is an experienced patent attorney with more than 20 years of practice focused on patent prosecution, freedom-to-operate analyses, and intellectual property strategy. He also brings substantial patent litigation experience and leverages insights gained in court proceedings to help clients build patent portfolios that are well-positioned to withstand enforcement, validity, and infringement challenges. Mike conducts client visits throughout the United States and internationally, providing legal training, strategic guidance, and updates on developments in patent law and intellectual property protection.

Prior to entering the legal profession, Mike worked as an engineer in research and development for a major aluminum manufacturer. He also spent several years in professional motorsports, serving as a mechanic, engineer, and crew chief for an endurance racing team that competed in premier events, including the historic 24 Hours of Daytona.

Mike’s transition to patent law was a natural extension of his lifelong interest in technology, innovation, and problem-solving. His engineering and hands-on technical experience provide him with a practical understanding of how products are designed, developed, tested, and commercialized. This background allows him to communicate effectively with inventors, engineers, and business leaders while translating complex technologies into strong and strategically valuable patent protection.

Mike has extensive experience across a wide range of technologies, including:

• Medical implants
• Neurosurgical instruments
• Blood treatment systems
• Construction and agricultural equipment
• Internal combustion engines
• Consumer appliances and Power Tools
• Robotic and autonomous vehicles
• Aircraft structures and components
• Nonwoven textiles
• Industrial and scientific processing systems and instruments
• Industrial power generation and cooling systems

Outside of his legal practice, Mike enjoys woodworking and building custom guitars, along with the ongoing challenge of learning to play them. Most importantly, he enjoys spending time with his wife and two daughters.