Pat is a full-service intellectual property attorney focusing on the litigation of patent and trademark disputes. He also helps clients safeguard their innovations and build brand value by securing and strategically managing IP rights.

IP Litigation

Pat litigates patent disputes across a broad spectrum of technologies, from complex mechanical inventions to intricate software systems. Pat also represents both plaintiffs and defendants in high stakes trademark litigation to protect his client's brands from competitor attacks. Pat’s clients value his ability to be aggressive and relentless when needed, while also knowing when to take a measured, strategic approach to achieve their goals.

IP Procurement

Pat secures high-value intellectual property assets that are critical to his clients’ business objectives. Leveraging the full range of tools available through the Patent Office, he obtains broad, defensible claims with efficiency and precision. His experience spans diverse technologies, including 3D printing, hand and power tools, automotive components, gas-powered equipment, barbecue grills, electronics, software and more.

Licensing

Pat negotiates licensing deals for clients in deals extending well into the nine figures. He engages with his clients on a business-driven level to execute on the greatest priorities for the deal. With this understanding, he is able to creatively adjust the agreement to create win-win scenarios for both sides rather than forcing either party to “give in.” He has successfully navigated complex arrangements in virtually every industry, including the health care, computer software, electronics and consumer products spaces.

Education

  • University of New Hampshire Franklin Pierce School of Law (J.D.)
    • Virginia Tech (B.S., cum laude)
      • Materials Science and Engineering

    Bar Admission

    • Illinois
    • Admitted to practice before the United States Patent and Trademark Office

    Court Admissions

    • U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
    • U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois
    • U.S. District Court, District of Colorado

    Professional Affiliations

    • iTechLaw (International Technology Law Association)
    • Chicago Bar Association
    • The Entrepreneurship Institute (TEI)
    Publications
    Patent Monetizer IP Edge Rebrands Following Investigations
    Patrick Muffo discusses how patent monetization firm IP Edge is rebranding and shifting its strategy following scrutiny and investigations into its prior high-volume litigation model. He notes that the company appears to be moving toward higher-value, more complex cases supported by litigation funding and insurance, reflecting broader changes in the patent enforcement landscape. Muffo adds that while the shift may help the firm compete more effectively, success will depend on identifying strong patents in an increasingly competitive market rather than relying on lower-value “nuisance” litigation.
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    USPTO Introduces New Pre-Order Procedure for Substantial New Question Determinations in Ex Parte Reexamination
    Key Takeaways The USPTO will allow patent owners to file a 30-page pre-order paper before the Office decides whether a reexamination request raises a substantial new question of patentability, effective for requests filed on or after April 5, 2026.  The procedure gives patent owners an earlier chance to influence the SNQ determination, while allowing requesters to respond under a broad standard. Patent owners should quickly assess whether a pre-order submission is warranted based on the patent’s importance and the strength of the request. Early coordination with counsel is critical to meet the deadline and prepare a focused response. The USPTO will now allow patent owners a limited, front-end opportunity to weigh in before the Office decides whether a reexamination request raises a substantial new
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