Theodore is an intellectual Property attorney with 20+ years of experience protecting innovation and building patent portfolios, including preparing and executing strategic intellectual property plans for implementing business priorities and imperatives. Successful in managing legal teams of attorneys and administrative personnel. Knowledgeable in a range of technologies, with expertise in electrical/mechanical systems and medical devices, and skilled in developing worldwide strategic patent portfolios around high-value innovation. Skilled at fostering productive working relationships with executives to direct strategic business impact of negotiating favorable licenses, guiding mergers and acquisitions and guiding companies through patent litigation matters. Extensive experience in prosecuting patents both in the U.S. and abroad, and in complementary IP law areas, including trade secret, trademark, licensing, and patent litigation.