Casey Fitzpatrick has extensive experience with patents covering a variety of technologies. He focuses his practice on the preparation and prosecution of patent applications, inter partes review (IPR) proceedings, and patent infringement and invalidity analysis in the context of litigation and opinions of counsel. Casey’s technical expertise covers a wide range of computing technologies, including artificial intelligence and machine learning, computer vision, vehicle computer systems (including UAVs and heavy duty trucks), mapping and navigation, messaging and communications software, graphical user interfaces for mobile devices, digital video and audio codecs, digital photography and image processing (including medical imaging), virtual and augmented reality systems, and cosmetics and healthcare applications. His experience extends to computer hardware and user interface devices, mechanical devices, electrical devices, and manufacturing processes. Casey also assists clients with issues in other areas of intellectual property law, including trademark law and copyright law.
Casey frequently delivers presentations on intellectual property matters to clients as well as in-house legal departments. He is a former president and board member of the Washington State Patent Law Association. Casey is named to the list of Best Lawyers in America and was selected by the publication as a 2024 "Lawyer of the Year" for his work in patent law.
Education
- M.Sc., Computer Science, University College London, 2008
- J.D., cum laude, University of Idaho, 1999
- B.S., General Science (concentrations in Computer Science and Mathematics), University of Oregon, 1995
Bar & Court Admissions
- Bar Admissions: Oregon, Washington
- United States Patent and Trademark Office
Professional Experience
- Christensen O'Connor Johnson Kindness PLLC
Seattle, WA, 2012 - present - Klarquist Sparkman, LLP
Portland, OR, 2001 - 2007, 2009 - 2012
Professional Affiliations
- Washington State Patent Law Association
Board Member, 2015 - 2022 & President, 2020 - 2021