PEOPLE

Steven Avena

Of Counsel
avena.steven@dorsey.com
Denver P +1 (303) 352-1113

Overview

Steven is a seasoned patent lawyer with a technical background in semiconductor devices, cloud-based IT and data management services, cellular and satellite communication, and firearms.

With extensive experience in preparing and prosecuting U.S., international, and foreign patent applications, Steven provides comprehensive counsel to clients and foreign associates. Steven provides patentability and clearance analysis, develops targeted protection strategies for standards and products, and provides patent portfolio growth and management strategies.

In post-grant proceedings, Steven has led high-stakes cases on both the petitioner and patent owner side. He also provides essential litigation support, including analysis of non-infringement and invalidity positions.

Education & Admissions

University of Utah, S. J. Quinney College of Law (J.D., 2019), Order of the Coif

University of Colorado, Boulder (M.S., Electrical Engineering, Control Theory, Power Electronics Design, Integrated Circuit Design, 2014)

Lehigh University (B.S., Electrical Engineering, 2012)

Admissions

  • Colorado
  • United States Patent and Trademark Office
  • U.S. Patent and Trademark Office

Industries & Practices

  • Intellectual Property
  • Intellectual Property Litigation
  • Patent Prosecution & Strategy
  • Technology