Business Details
39 Years
experience
Your Trusted Patent & Trademark Attorney in New Jersey
For over 35 years, our firm has provided expert intellectual property legal services to businesses and inventors across New Jersey and beyond. Led by Thomas J Germinario - a licensed attorney, engineer, and former corporate litigator - we combine technical expertise with legal acumen to protect clients' innovations through patents, trademarks, and strategic IP counseling. Our practice emphasizes personalized service, with the founder personally handling all patent applications and leveraging decades of experience navigating USPTO processes.We serve diverse industries including software, medical devices, green technology, and consumer goods, offering comprehensive services from patent searches to litigation defense. Our proven track record includes successfully securing patents on the first filing and resolving complex trademark matters for clients nationwide.
Services
Patent Prosecution
Trademark Registration
Patent Searches
Patent Litigation
Trademark Infringement Counseling
Details
- Year established: 1987
Highlights and features
- We offer 35+ years of experience in intellectual property law with a proven track record of success
- Our attorney holds engineering credentials and personally handles all patent applications
- We provide personalized service with direct attorney access throughout the process
- We have successfully secured patents on first filings for diverse industries
- We combine technical expertise with litigation experience for comprehensive IP protection
What people say
Highly recommend
Successful outcomes
Knowledgeable attorney
Professional service
Trustworthy representation
Services
Patent Prosecution
We guide clients through the complete patent application process, from initial eligibility assessments to final approval. Our services include conducting comprehensive patent searches, drafting detailed applications with strategically worded claims, and navigating USPTO office actions. With direct attorney involvement at every stage, we maximize protection for inventions across diverse technical fields while maintaining clear communication with inventors throughout the process.
Trademark Registration
Our trademark services cover the full spectrum of brand protection, from developing comprehensive registration strategies to enforcing trademark rights. We assist clients with mark selection, conduct clearance searches, prepare registration applications, and handle opposition proceedings when necessary. Our approach focuses on securing maximum legal protection for business identities including logos, names, and product designs through both domestic and international trademark registrations.
Patent Litigation
We represent clients in patent infringement disputes and enforcement actions, leveraging both legal expertise and technical understanding. Our services include analyzing potential infringement cases, preparing cease-and-desist letters, and litigating in federal courts when necessary. We also defend clients against infringement claims while protecting their patent rights, combining courtroom experience with deep knowledge of intellectual property law to achieve favorable outcomes.
Patent Searches
We conduct thorough prior art searches to determine patentability before application submission. Using specialized databases, we analyze existing patents and publications to assess whether inventions meet novelty requirements. Our detailed opinions help clients make informed decisions about pursuing patent protection while identifying potential obstacles that could affect application success, saving time and resources through comprehensive pre-filing evaluations.
Trademark Infringement Counseling
We provide strategic guidance for addressing trademark violations and defending brand identities. Our services include monitoring for potential infringements, preparing enforcement actions, and negotiating settlements when necessary. We help clients understand their rights and options for protecting registered trademarks while developing proactive strategies to prevent unauthorized use of their intellectual property assets.
People
Thomas J Germinario
Attorney & Engineer
With over 35 years of experience, Thomas J Germinario combines engineering expertise and legal knowledge to protect clients' intellectual property. A former litigator and corporate attorney, he specializes in patent prosecution and trademark law, leveraging his technical background from Stevens Institute of Technology to serve inventors and businesses across diverse industries.
Questions
What intellectual property services do you offer?
We provide comprehensive IP services including patent prosecution, trademark registration, patent searches, infringement counseling, and enforcement actions for both patents and trademarks.
How long have you been practicing patent law?
Our practice has focused on intellectual property law since 1987, with Thomas J Germinario personally handling patent matters for over 35 years.
Do you work with out-of-state clients?
Yes, while based in New Jersey, we serve clients nationwide and internationally with patent and trademark matters through remote consultations and electronic filing systems.
What industries do you work with?
We assist clients across diverse industries including software, medical devices, chemical, construction, manufacturing, HVAC, green technology, and consumer goods sectors.
How are patent applications handled?
We personally draft all patent applications, conduct comprehensive prior art searches, and guide clients through USPTO examination processes to maximize protection for their inventions.
What's your success rate with patents?
We have successfully secured patents on first filings for many clients, with a strong track record of overcoming office actions and achieving favorable outcomes through examiner interviews.
