Steven Flack

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About Steven Flack

Globally-focused Patent Attorney with proven success assisting diverse multinational organizations with practical intellectual property strategy and implementation, as well as registration of cost-effective IP. Integrated partner for the innovation process, with strong expertise in multicultural, intellectual property concept training and counseling, IP systems creation, and advising of all levels of a global enterprise. Known for developing trusted relationships with both corporate management and R&D leaders, to effectively bridge the gap between broad IP strategies and appropriately tailored IP solutions. PATENT ATTORNEY HAVING EXPOSURE TO GLOBAL AND REGIONAL IP VEHICLES: Personally drafted and filed geographically-beneficial patent applications (>70), providing cost and term benefits. Routinely consider copyrights, trademarks, trade dress, trade secrets, utility and design patent alternatives as part of overall intellectual asset portfolio. MULTICULTURAL INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY TRAINING/COUNSELING: Create and deliver live and computer-based IP training to culturally and experientially diverse audiences. Training utilizes various technologies and exercises to provide participants with self-paced learning; track participation levels across the enterprise; and empower participants to seek additional information, and to innovate. Participate in global “ideation” activities to further encourage innovative behaviors. UPDATES ON EVOLVING INTERNATIONAL IP LAW DEVELOPMENTS: Advise on evolving legal issues related to technology export, patentable subject matter, inventorship comp. requirements, IA options. Key Competencies: • Patent Drafting and Prosecution • Multicultural Intellectual Property Concept Review • Strategic Intellectual Property Review • Mentorship for International Innovation Teams • Development of ID Submission/Handling Procedures • Development of Inventorship Compensation systems for Asia Contact me directly at sdflack12@gmail.com