Thomas Tatonetti
PARTNER | INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY (IP) COUNSEL
Thomas Tatonetti assists clients in patent procurement, portfolio development, and assessing a client’s business needs at every stage of the patent process. Tom has spent a majority of his career representing and writing, prosecuting, and obtaining hundreds of issued patents for Fortune 100 companies.
Tom specializes in providing patent preparation and prosecution services for companies looking to enhance the quality of and make their patents more valuable and threatening to competitors. For example, this can be done by providing vibrant and detailed drawings that tell the inventor’s story and crafting varying-scoped independent claims to enhance the patent’s breadth.
Tom provides personalized services to clients by fundamentally understanding the client’s products, their competitors’ products, and the company’s future direction. Such an understanding takes time to acquire but should occasionally be done on the outside counsel’s own time. Furthermore, Tom occasionally works on landscape searches and whitespace projects for clients that are looking to stay ahead of the curve and prevent the “leading from behind” conundrum. Tom teams up with searching companies and collaborates with the in-house team to come up with a searching strategy that can be leveraged short- and long-term.
Tom occasionally leverages the increased availability of data and metrics on patent examiners to help determine the best possible strategy to expeditiously advance prosecution.
In addition to patent procurement services, Tom performs freedom-to-operate and due diligence searches as well as provides non-infringement and invalidity opinions.
Education:
Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law, J.D., cum laude
St. Josephs’ College, NY, B.S., Computer Information Systems
Bar Admissions:
- New Jersey, 2013
- U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (Reg. No. 73,779)
Charles Shull
ASSOCIATE | PATENT ATTORNEY
Charles Schull is both an inventor and patent attorney dedicated to bringing innovations to life. With a passion for turning ideas into tangible products, Charles has collaborated with industry giants such as CNH Industrial, Rolls Royce Power, Bridgestone, and Voith, as well as midsize companies, startups, and individual inventors globally.
Charles specializes in a broad range of technical fields, including mechanical and electro-mechanical systems, autonomous vehicle control systems, industrial machinery, and medical devices. He has extensive experience in designing and patenting innovations in areas such as agricultural equipment, surgical tools, bone fixation devices, and cancer treatment devices.
In addition, Charles is well-versed in cutting-edge technologies like Distributed Ledger Technologies (DLT), including blockchain-based systems, IoT smart contracts, and emerging web3 and web4 applications. He also has expertise in weapon systems and platforms, 3D-printing systems, and advanced materials such as glass composites and polymer seals.
Whether you’re a startup, established company, or individual inventor, Charles provides the knowledge and expertise needed to turn your groundbreaking ideas into intellectual property assets.
Education:
Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law – Yeshiva University, J.D., 2016
Oral Roberts University, B.S. Mechanical Engineering, summa cum laude, 2013
Bar Admissions:
- Indiana, 2017
- U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (Reg. No. 74,065), 2015
Joy Goudie
ASSOCIATE | PATENT ATTORNEY
Joy Goudie is an innovative General Counsel with over 20 years of experience in corporate practice and intellectual property law. I specialize in guiding executive leadership, R&D, product development, and marketing teams on patent strategy, contract negotiations, and litigation management—all with a focus on maximizing business opportunities and protecting innovation.
My expertise spans intellectual property law, patent litigation, licensing, U.S. and foreign patent prosecution, and freedom-to-operate strategies. I have a proven track record of supporting business growth through competitive intelligence, defensive IP due diligence, and strong patent portfolio development.
By working closely with R&D and executive teams, I help transform ideas into strategic assets, ensuring companies stay ahead in competitive markets.
Core Expertise:
Intellectual property law
Patent litigation & oppositions
Patent licensing
U.S. & foreign patent prosecution
Freedom-to-operate opinions & searches
NDAs & development agreements
R&D and product strategy support
Education:
Long Island University – Brooklyn Campus M.S. | Chemistry
Elisabeth Haub School of Law – Pace University S.J.D.
Bar Admissions:
- New York, 2001
- U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (Reg. No. 41043), 2001
William Goldman
TRADEMARKS| OF COUNSEL
William serves as of-counsel attorney at the firm, and primarily aids the firm in Trademark Opposition matters at the USPTO. William provides client counseling on trademarks, copyrights, and litigation. He regularly performs trademark searches and provides opinions on likelihood of confusion (2(d)) refusals among other areas of law.
William’s goal in filing a client’s trademark is to file the application right the first time to expedite the time to allowance and avoid receiving unnecessary Office Actions.
Education:
George Washington Law School, LLM
Pennsylvania State Dickinson Law, J.D.
Oberlin College, B.A.
Bar Admissions:
- Washington D.C.
Desiree Rouse
PARALEGAL | ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
Desiree Rouse is a seasoned paralegal with extensive experience supporting both U.S. and international patent and trademark work. She collaborates closely with attorneys specializing in patent, trademark, and copyright law, assisting with a wide range of intellectual property tasks. Desiree is responsible for preparing U.S. and foreign patent application documents, preparing trademark applications, docketing and maintenance, managing maintenance fee payments for U.S. patents, and overseeing annuities for foreign patents. She also conducts research projects related to various aspects of intellectual property law.
In addition to her core responsibilities, Desiree plays a key role in managing the firm’s administrative, technical, and accounting support tasks, ensuring seamless operations across departments.
Desiree’s educational background is rooted in paralegal and legal studies, where she earned honors with the Criminal Justice Honor Society. Before graduating, she gained valuable experience interning as a paralegal with the state of Colorado. Desiree currently resides in Texas with her family.
Education:
Front Range Community College, A.A.S., Paralegal Studies, 2010
Metropolitan State University, B.S., Criminology/Legal Studies, Alpha Phi Sigma, 2017
Sudi Narasimhan
TECHNICAL ADVISOR
Sudi Narasimhan is a seasoned professional with extensive experience across various industries, specializing in chemical and material science applications. With a strong focus on patent procurement in the chemistry and biotechnology sectors, Sudi has worked with a wide range of clients, from Fortune 50 companies to smaller organizations, both domestically in the U.S. and internationally.
His expertise spans the strategic development and protection of intellectual property in complex scientific fields, enabling clients to secure valuable patents and maintain a competitive edge in the marketplace.
Education:
Bachlor of Science (B.S.) in Mechanical Engineering, The Johns Hopkins University
Masters Degree in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, University of Virginia
