Connor McCune
Associate
Connor McCune helps solo inventors and large companies alike protect their intellectual property. From obtaining patents, trademarks, and copyrights to providing litigation support and helping out with IP transactions, he enjoys the challenge of fully understanding a client’s needs and helping them to achieve their goals. He is a registered patent attorney and has knowledge of a broad range of electrical, mechanical, and software technologies, including cloud computing, data security, video surveillance, video analytics, RF and antenna technology, digital broadcasting and syndication, graphics and animation technology, medical devices, and sports and outdoor equipment. Connor appreciates that his clients’ time is valuable, and he strives to be as efficient as possible in interacting with clients and delivering high-quality work product.
Practice Highlights
Patent prosecution
Patent litigation
International patent expertise
Admitted to Practice
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U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
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Washington, 2017
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Nevada, 2012
Education
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J.D., University of New Hampshire School of Law, 2012, cum laude
- Ruby R. Vale Corporate Moot Court Competition, 2011
- Franklin Pierce Intellectual Property Law Certificate
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B.S., Electrical Engineering with minor in Philosophy, University of Nevada, Reno, 2009, with honors
- Nevada Lieutenant Governor's Cup Award, Spring 2009
Memberships & Affiliations
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- American Intellectual Property Law Association (AIPLA)
- Washington State Patent Law Association
- Seattle Intellectual Property Inn of Court
- Volunteer, Green Seattle Partnership
- Volunteer, The Mountaineers
- Volunteer, Evergreen Mountain Bike Alliance
Professional Recognition
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- Named "One to Watch" by Best Lawyers in Entertainment and Sports Law, 2023-2025
Background
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- Associate, IP Group, Foster Pepper PLLC, Seattle, 2016-2018
- Associate, Patent Group, Baker Hostetler, Seattle, 2014-2016
- Associate, Patent Group, Holland & Hart LLP, Reno, Nev., 2012-2014
- Patent Prosecution Extern, Oliff & Berridge PLC, Alexandria, Va., 2011