Aaron E. Johnston

Aaron routinely advises clients on a variety of intellectual property matters, including patent prosecution, patent litigation, and strategic portfolio management. He is well-versed in many fields, including fintech, payment systems, imaging, machine learning, and automotive technologies. Aaron supports clients in navigating IP challenges across the business cycle, from preparing new patent applications to conducting invalidity and freedom to operate investigations.

Prior to his legal career, Aaron studied biomechanics and biomaterials in college. He was also involved in the creation of two startup companies — one in the medical device industry and the other being a manufacturer of custom automotive drivetrain parts.

• Managed domestic and foreign IP portfolios for clients in different technological sectors.
• Advised businesses on patent protection strategies and designing around competitors’ patent assets to facilitate new product launches.
• Participated in investigations and evaluations to challenge the validity of patents in support of litigation.
• Provided strategic recommendations for patent applications in view of competitor activity.
• Supported clients by providing invalidity and freedom to operate opinions.
• Managed prosecution of design patents in both domestic and foreign jurisdictions.