Benjamin Ailes is a registered patent agent, and former patent examiner, focused on the patent prosecution of mobile software, stereoscopic cameras, artificial intelligence and machine learning, FinTech, blockchain, and computer network related matters. His practice includes patent searching, drafting, prosecution, and portfolio management for both U.S. and foreign patent applications.
Leveraging his background in computer science and patent examination, Ben guides inventors through the application process from identifying potential patentable subject matter through to patent issuance. He has notable experience providing guidance on IP-related issues, evaluating invention technology, performing patentability, freedom-to-operate and invalidity searches, as well as assisting with infringement and validity opinions.
Prior to his law firm career, Ben served for 10 years as a patent examiner with the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office reviewing Class 709 – Electrical Computers and Digital Processing Systems: Multicomputer Data Transferring patents.