Overview
James Purrington is a member of Dickinson Wright’s Patent Prosecution Practice where he counsels clients on patent application preparation and prosecution worldwide.
Experience
Patent application preparation and prosecution worldwide, including experience in the following technologies:
- Automotive systems and equipment including suspension, powertrain, and braking systems
- Electric and hybrid vehicle powertrain systems
- Optics and Optoelectronic devices
- Display technologies including head-up displays
- Sensing and sensor data processing
- Advanced battery technologies
- Household and houseware products
- Patentability searches and opinions
- Non-infringement and patent validity opinions
- Trademark opinions and applications
Focus Areas
Publications & Presentations
- Presenter, “Software Patents”, Rochester Full Stack Group, June 12, 2018
Credentials
Education
Thomas M. Cooley Law School
J.D. | 2015
- magna cum laude
Michigan Technological University
B.S. | 2001
Electrical Engineering
Bar Admissions
Michigan
Professional Involvement
- State Bar of Michigan
- Michigan Intellectual Property Law Association (MIPLA)