Thomas H.

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About Thomas H.

Thomas D. Helmholdt is the founding member of HELMHOLDT LAW PLC and is located in Rochester Hills, Michigan. Mr. Helmholdt concentrates his practice on patent prosecution, patent searches, validity studies, infringement opinions, and freedom to operate studies. His focus is on mechanical technologies, including automobiles and devices. He frequently manages the filing of international and foreign patent applications. Mr. Helmholdt seeks to understand his clients business as well as their technology. His approach is to work as a strategic partner to his clients, helping to acquire intellectual property rights that provide economic advantages and create meaningful barriers to competition. Representative Clients: He has worked closely with automotive companies and suppliers, as well as smaller companies and research universities. His clients have included makers of medical devices, electronic communication equipment, sporting goods, semiconductor fabrication equipment, robots, and piezoelectric actuators. Specialties: Industry Experience: Mr. Helmholdt is a Licensed Professional Engineer in the State of Michigan. Prior to becoming an attorney, he worked as an engineer in Michigan performing consulting services dealing with municipal projects, electric power production facilities, wastewater treatment equipment, and pump stations. He also worked as a plant engineer for a major petrochemical company in Texas.