Elton focuses on preparing and prosecuting domestic and international utility and design patent applications across a range of complex technologies, including mechanical systems, medical devices, optical communications, inorganic chemistry, material science, ceramics, metal additive manufacturing, electronics, RF modules and components and electromechanical fields. His work covers innovations such as medical imaging systems and controls, intravascular medical devices, dental and surgical tools, industrial fluid transmission and handling systems, optical communication systems, semiconductor device fabrication, novel integrated circuits, PCB manufacturing and consumer products.

Elton represents Fortune 100 companies in close partnership with in-house counsel as well as startups and individual inventors. He also collaborates with a broad network of international associates to execute patent and intellectual property projects worldwide.

With nearly twenty years of experience and an extensive academic background, Elton identifies and addresses complex technical issues with precision. He helps clients recognize and develop overlooked innovations and clearly articulates inventive concepts for inventors, patent examiners and business stakeholders. He works closely with U.S. and foreign patent offices to advance client objectives.

Elton advises clients on the most effective forms of intellectual property protection, including utility patents, design patents, trademarks and trade secrets based on their innovations and business objectives.

After patents are obtained, Elton continues to support clients through portfolio management, due diligence for IP sales or acquisitions and strategic planning. He prepares freedom-to-operate opinions in crowded technological areas and assists with expanding their IP portfolios through acquisitions and licensing