Matthew Metzger

Patent guidance across a broad industry range

Matt Metzger strategically builds and manages patent portfolios across mechanical and electrical technologies for Fortune 100 companies, universities, mid-size companies and startups. His technical experience spans mechanical and electrical technologies across multiple industries, including:

• AI and machine learning, including learning algorithms, NLP and training pipelines.
• Automation and controls, including wireless and intelligent control.
• Enterprise software and data, including APIs, edge computing and secure workflows.
• Mobile, smart and immersive technology, including phone apps, wearables, AR/VR, context‑aware UX and on‑device inference.
• Medical and digital health, including connected devices, AI/ML‑driven analysis and supervised‑training methods.
• Industrial and manufacturing, including IoT, 3D printing, predictive analytics, heat transfer systems and heavy machinery.
• Alternative energy systems, including turbines, solar panels and energy storage devices.

Matt’s unique blend of engineering, legal and business acumen sets him apart as a sought-after advisor for business owners seeking a competitive edge.

• Manages U.S. and foreign patent portfolios, drafts and prosecutes applications across diverse technologies, and aligns intellectual property (IP) protection with client business goals.
• Performs comprehensive patent landscape analyses, freedom-to-operate (FTO) searches and patentability analyses, distilling complex findings into clear, practical guidance for decision-makers.
• Counsels clients on mergers and acquisitions (M&A), conducts patent due diligence and advises clients on patent licensing to mitigate risk during business transactions.
• Drafts cease and desist letters and protects clients’ IP rights in federal court by formulating litigation strategies, managing discovery and preparing infringement contentions, invalidity contentions and claim construction briefs.