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Kyle G. Konz

Mechanical/Electromechanical Patent Prosecution

Michigan

(248) 226-2928

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“I work with in-house and engineering teams to contextualize the invention into real-world situations to provide broader and more meaningful protection.”

Practice Areas

Industries

  • Automotive
  • Autonomous & Mobility Technology
Kyle Konz is an experienced patent attorney who takes the time to fully understand his clients’ technologies and business strategies to provide his clients with high-quality and tactical advice. Kyle focuses his practice on patent prosecution, post grant proceedings, and patent and trademark litigation. Kyle also manages trademark portfolios for several small businesses. Kyle works with a wide range of clients including Fortune 100 Corporations and small businesses. Kyle writes and prosecutes patent applications related to automotive, manufacturing, domestic appliances, and heating and cooling systems. A large part of Kyle current post grant and litigation practices relate to vehicle safety systems, connectivity, connected services, lighting, and exercise equipment. Kyle leverages his past engineering and hands-on experience to quickly learn inventions without requiring substantial time investments from inventors. Kyle’s practical experience allows him to understand how a particular invention fits within the larger system enabling him to fully capture the invention in context with the client’s overall goals. This provides the client with a more cohesive and valuable patent portfolio. Prior to joining the firm, Kyle worked for a consulting firm, assisting in the design of commercial and residential developments. While there, Kyle focused on sewer systems, residential roadways, and drainage systems. Kyle is also a certified auto mechanic. Outside of the office, Kyle enjoys action sports. In the winter, he is often found on the slopes with his snowboard, while in the summer he can be found behind a boat on his wakeboard.

Representative District Court/ITC Matters

Represents an automotive original equipment manufacturer on the prosecution of patents related to hybrid controls, transmission controls, electric motors, and climate control systems.

Represents a global Tier 1 automotive supplier on the prosecution of patents related to engine, driveline, clutches, and bearings.

Represents a craft distilling business on managing and procuring trademarks.

Education

J.D., Wayne State University, cum laude

B.S., Civil Engineering, Michigan State University

Organizations & Affiliations

State Bar of Michigan

Michigan Intellectual Property Association (MIPLA), Second Vice President

Federal Bar Association Eastern District of Michigan Chapter

Inn of Court, Michigan Chapter

Industries

  • Automotive
  • Autonomous & Mobility Technology

Presentations

Panelist, “Intellectual Property and Entertainment Law Society Panel,” Intellectual Property and Entertainment Law Society, University of Detroit Mercy School of Law, November 2021

Publications

Co-Author, “Director Vidal Issues Favorable Ruling in Ford IPR,” Brooks Kushman Client Alerts, March 2024

Co-Author, “Federal Circuit Confirms Dynamic Drinkware Analysis For Provisional Applications As Prior Art,” BK Blog, June 2020

Insights

Client Alerts

Director Vidal Issues Favorable Ruling in Ford IPR

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Blog

Federal Circuit Confirms Dynamic Drinkware Analysis For Provisional Applications As Prior Art

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Blog

Federal Circuit Adopts USPTO Positions in Clarifying Ground Rules For CBM Review, Holds Versata Pricing Patent Invalid

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