Michael Antone
Chief Intellectual Property Counsel | CEO - SVP R&D & Operations | Professional Engineer | Registered Patent Attorney
Maryland
Patent Bar, PA
"Thank you for quickly getting my trademark done."
About
Mr. Antone has worked in a wide range of technologies including communications, software, controls, wireless networking, chemistry, material science, medical devices,… read more optics, semiconductors, and mechanical systems.
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"We engaged Mike to assist us with our trademark portfolio and business matters. His knowledge of the subject matter, responsiveness, and willingness to work with us has enabled us to significantly improve our trademark protection to the point where we are getting compliments from other attorneys."
"Mike Antone combines deep knowledge of intellectual property law with a real understanding of the business environment. I have worked work with him for since several years, and I feel fortunate. Mike helps us go further."
"We engaged Mike to assist us with our trademark portfolio. His knowledge of the subject matter, responsiveness, and communication has enabled us to dramatically improve our trademark protection in a short period of time. He made the process very easy and stress-free while saving us a lot of time. I would recommend Mike to any small business owner who is considering filing for a trademark."
"I have worked with Mike over the years on several patents, and various business matters. Mike’s legal and engineering knowledge, responsiveness, and clear communication style make him invaluable. Mike has always provided sound, valuable advice, with much needed honesty. He supported my business when I was short on supporters, and I consider him a most trusted advisor."
"I have worked with Mike for years on various patent, trademark, and business matters. Mike’s knowledge and expertise helped us sort our intellectual property portfolio and his timely and sound advice has made him a valuable advisor to our business."
"I have worked with or observed Mike’s work for nearly a year on various patent, trademark, and business matters in a health-tech startup. Mike’s extensive knowledge of patent law and expertise in finance made him uniquely qualified for the role and brought a unique perspective to our company. Mike is engaged and dedicated to the commitments he makes and is constantly striving to find additional solutions with business impact."
Work History
Law Office of Michael Antone, LLC
Principal
Jan 2016 - Present
• Intellectual property strategy and execution and business counseling
• Patent and trademark preparation, prosecution, and strategy
• Work with business owners, inside counsel, and technical teams on intellectual property strategy & execution
• Technologies include communications, software, controls, wireless networking, chemistry, material science, optics, metallurgy, and mechanical systems
Grande Ventures, LLC
Partner
Sep 2006 - Dec 2015
• Served as Board member for portfolio companies working with inside and outside counsel on due diligence, intellectual property (IP), and negotiating corporate financing and exits
• Served as inside IP counsel for several portfolio companies involved in various hardware and software technologies including IoT, wireless networks, automation & controls, combustion technology and power generation.
Autani Corporation
Chief Executive Officer (interim)
Jun 2011 - Jun 2012
While working at Grande Ventures, I was asked to assume the CEO role of an early revenue company after the sudden departure of the CEO.
We stabilized the key personnel, transitioned the product line to a new contract manufacturer dramatically increasing yields, rolled out a new product generation, and increased revenue.
Corvis Corporation
Chief Intellectual Property Counsel, Senior Vice President, R&D and Operations
Mar 1998 - Jun 2006
• Managed intellectual property, engineering and operations staff of 150+ people
• 100% on-time delivery of hardware & software products
• Led ISO 9000 recertification of R&D & Mfg - zero non-conformities
• Closely worked with CEO and the Board of Directors on Strategic Planning, Finance, Sales & Operations, Human Resource Policies and Compensation
K&L Gates
Patent Attorney
Apr 1995 - Mar 1998
Prepared and prosecuted US and International patent and trademark applications covering various technologies including metallurgy, material science, semiconductor manufacturing, optics, optical communications, medical devices, software, and mechanical systems for corporate and university technology transfer clients.