Robert Fergan
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Robert Fergan

Partner
fergan.robert@dorsey.com

Overview

Robert helps healthcare, medical device, and technology clients build and protect intellectual property that furthers their business objectives.

Drawing on his experience as Division Chief Intellectual Property Counsel at a medical device manufacturer, he helps clients maximize the value of their patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets. Robert’s in-house role equipped him with the skills to help clients manage global intellectual property portfolios and oversee IP strategy, litigation, procurement, acquisition, and risk management. He also advises on AI product integration, AI use policies, open source compliance, and commercial agreements supporting product development and licensing.

Robert previously practiced at a leading intellectual property boutique firm, representing clients in industries including semiconductors, robotics, artificial intelligence, imaging, and medical devices. His background in electrical engineering and computer science informs his understanding of the technical dimensions of his clients' innovations.

Education & Admissions

Wayne State University Law School (J.D., 2003)

Kettering University (B.S.E.E., 1991)

Admissions

  • Michigan
  • United States Patent and Trademark Office
  • Not admitted in Illinois. Admitted in Michigan and USPTO.

News & Resources

News & Press Mentions

Patent Partner Robert Fergan Joins Dorsey in Chicago

Industries & Practices

Patent Prosecution & Strategy
Trademark, Copyright + Advertising
Intellectual Property Litigation
Artificial Intelligence
  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Intellectual Property Litigation
  • Medical Devices
  • Patent Prosecution & Strategy
  • Technology
  • Trademark, Copyright + Advertising
Robert Fergan