As a patent attorney and software engineer, Nixon Vanderhye Shareholder Adam Chapin works with clients in a wide range of current and emerging technology fields, including machine learning and artificial intelligence, cloud computing, virtual reality, video games, telecommunications, medical devices, electronics, encryption, cybersecurity, blockchain, software, and robotics.

Adam works to comprehensively understand his client’s technology and engineering developments. He then strategizes approaches to write and efficiently obtain patent claims that cover critical elements of his client’s technology while avoiding unnecessary limitations. His thoughtful and tenacious approach to patent prosecution has successfully aided his clients in obtaining valuable IP protection in the U.S. and around the world.

He works with companies from outside the U.S. to develop an understanding of the unique aspects of the U.S. patent system and to develop strategies to protect against the heightened risks that may impact business and marketing strategies in domestic markets.

In addition to patent prosecution, Adam coordinates with clients through all aspects of the pre- and post-grant process – from development of company-wide IP protection strategies to assessing infringement and validity in adversarial proceedings. He also counsels clients on due diligence during M&A transactions.  

During law school, Adam clerked for Magistrate Judge James P. Donohue of the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Washington and interned with Nixon Vanderhye before joining the firm as an Associate.