With degrees in mathematics, computer science, and computer information and science engineering, Robin’s strong technical background allows him to deeply understand and protect his clients’ innovations.

In addition to securing patents of value that add to businesses’ IP portfolios, Robin helps petitioners and patent owners achieve results through inter partes review (IPR) by leveraging his academic background and knowledge of technology to formulate crucial patent analysis.

Coupled with his experience as a patent agent and research analyst, Robin jump-started his practice by working on patent prosecution, litigation support, and other intellectual property-related matters even before attending law school.

Before entering the field of law, Robin was a researcher at the University of Illinois, culminating in a doctoral degree in the field of computer science with a focus on computer security and wireless networking. Clients benefit from his dedication to lifelong learning; Robin remains active in these fields, continuing to conduct research and publish new work.

Highlights

• Helps manage the patent portfolio for a leading U.S. tax preparation company and a leading sports gaming platform.
• Part of a team that went five-for-five at the PTAB on behalf of a global technology leader sued for patent infringement on five patents that relate to methods for preserving battery life in mobile devices that utilize GPS to track a user’s location. Erise petitioned for IPR on all five patents and the PTAB found every challenged claim in all five patents invalid.