Brantley Shumaker is an intellectual property (IP) attorney who represents clients primarily in the prosecution of patents and trademarks, as well as in patent litigation. Brantley’s practice also includes providing analysis and opinions regarding patentability, freedom-to-operate, patent infringement, and patent validity. Brantley joined Kolisch Hartwell in 2006.
Technical Expertise and Professional Background
Brantley obtained extensive experience with computer software and hardware through various experiences prior to law school, including an internship with the print-quality software development group at Lexmark International, and employment as a network and database administrator/programmer at Lithocraft, Inc., in New Albany, Indiana. While his specific area of expertise is computer science, Brantley also practices in numerous other technology fields, including computer networking and security, electronics, computer imaging, medical devices, and toys.
Education
- J.D., high honors, Chicago-Kent College of Law at the Illinois Institute of Technology, 2006, Notes and Comments Editor of the Journal of Intellectual Property
- B.S., cum laude, Computer Science, University of Kentucky School of Engineering, 2002
Bar and Court Admissions
- State of Oregon
- U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO)
Professional Associations
- American Intellectual Property Law Association (AIPLA)
- American Bar Association
- Active participant with Legal Aid Services of Oregon
Interests
In his spare time, Brantley enjoys movies, skiing, traveling, golf and camping.