Suiter Swantz IP is an Intellectual Property Law Firm Providing World-Class Patent, Trademark, and Copyright Services

Our patent attorneys and trademark attorneys represent a wide array of clients ranging from startups and individual inventors to multi-billion dollar corporations.

With over 100 years of combined experience, Suiter Swantz IP is one of the oldest and most experienced patent law firms in the region.  We have obtained over 6,000 U.S. patents to date and file approximately 400 U.S. patent applications per year.  We have acquired over 1,000 U.S. trademarks on behalf of our clients.

Based in Omaha, NE, Suiter Swantz Ringenberg Poulsen PC LLO (Suiter Swantz IP) works with clients from across the United States and around the world, including all of Nebraska, Iowa, Kansas, and South Dakota.

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We specialize in navigating the complex patent process

Companies trust Suiter Swantz IP to guide them through the complex landscape of intellectual property procurement and protection due to our technical depth and breadth of legal experience.  Our clients rely on us for patent, trademark and copyright counseling, intellectual property litigation and litigation support, and a variety of other intellectual property needs.

SEE THE PATENT PROCESS

Our patent attorneys focus on building value for our clients

Suiter Swantz IP has a proven track record of efficiently transforming our clients’ inventions and innovation into assets that they can use. While providing world-class intellectual property representation, every patent lawyer at Suiter Swantz IP focuses on maximizing the value of our clients’ intellectual property and minimizing associated costs.

Meet Our Team

OUR SERVICES

Patents

We specialize in patent procurement and portfolio development  to protect your innovation.

Trademarks

Our attorneys work with you to secure registered trademark rights to protect your brand.

Copyrights

We protect your creative and non-functional works with copyright registration and enforcement.

Litigation

We enforce and defend your intellectual property in state, federal, and administrative courts.

Analysis

Our patent attorneys are experts at patentability, freedom-to-operate, and due diligence analysis.

Startups

We understand startups and provide them early stage intellectual property guidance and protection.

MEET THE TEAM

Sean Patrick Suiter

Director, Shareholder

Sean Patrick Suiter is a patent attorney, founder, and co-owner of Suiter Swantz IP. Sean holds undergraduate degrees in English Literature, Chemistry and Physics from Creighton University and the University of Nebraska-Omaha, respectively. Sean received his Juris Doctor from Creighton University Law School.

Chad W. Swantz

Director, Shareholder

Chad W. Swantz is a patent attorney and co-owner of Suiter Swantz IP. Chad graduated with a Bachelor in Science in Electrical Engineering from the University of Nebraska Lincoln, a Juris Doctor of Law from the University of Nebraska College of Law, and a Master of Business Administration from the University of Nebraska Omaha.

Scot M. Ringenberg

Director, Shareholder

Scot M. Ringenberg is a patent attorney and co-owner of Suiter Swantz IP. Scot received his Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical Engineering from the University of Nebraska Lincoln and his Juris Doctor from the University of Nebraska College of Law.

Matt A. Poulsen

Director, Shareholder

Matt Poulsen is a patent attorney and co-owner of Suiter Swantz IP. Matt obtained his Ph.D., M.S. and B.S. in physics from the University of Nebraska and his Juris Doctor from the University of Nebraska College of Law, graduating with distinction.

Troy P. Anderson

Shareholder

Troy P. Anderson is a patent attorney with Suiter Swantz IP. Troy holds a Ph.D. and M.S. in Optics from the College of Optics at the University of Central Florida, as well as a B.S. in Electrical Engineering from the University of Nebraska Lincoln. Troy received his Juris Doctor from the University of Nebraska College of Law.

Nicholas R. Grennan

Shareholder

Nicholas R. Grennan is a patent attorney with Suiter Swantz IP. Nick received his engineering degree from Cornell University with a major in Operations Research & Information Engineering, which has been described as “advanced analytics to help make better decisions”. Nick graduated with honors from the Creighton University School of Law.

Jeff Bernard

Jeffrey S. Bernard

Patent Attorney

Jeffrey Bernard is a patent attorney with Suiter Swantz IP. Jeff graduated with honors from Virginia Tech, receiving his B.S. in Biology with a minor in Chemistry. Jeff received his Juris Doctor from Albany Law School.

Jason G. Glanzer

Patent Attorney

Jason Glanzer is a patent attorney with Suiter Swantz IP. Jason holds a Ph.D. in Pharmacology from the University of Nebraska Medical Center, a B.S. in Biotechnology from the University of Nebraska Omaha, and a Juris Doctor from Creighton University School of Law, with emphasis on intellectual property.

Andy Kruse

Patent Attorney

Andy is a patent attorney with Suiter Swantz IP. Andy received his B.S. in Aerospace Engineering from the United States Naval Academy. He earned his Juris Doctor, with a concentration in patent, space, and telecom law from the University of Nebraska College of Law.

Eric M. Newhouse

Patent Attorney

Eric M. Newhouse is a patent attorney with Suiter Swantz IP. Eric graduated with honors from the University of South Dakota, receiving his B.S. in Computer Science. He received his Juris Doctor from Creighton University School of Law, graduating with honors and a concentration in litigation.

Elizabeth A. Schultz

Patent Attorney

Elizabeth Schultz is a patent attorney with Suiter Swantz IP. Elizabeth received her B.S. in Chemistry and a minor in Business Administration from Creighton University and her Juris Doctor from Creighton University School of Law.

Ben J. Smith

Patent Attorney

Ben J. Smith is a patent attorney with Suiter Swantz IP. Ben received his B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Nebraska Lincoln and his Juris Doctor with distinction from the University of Nebraska College of Law.

Dennis L. Thomte

In Memoriam 1934-2024

Dennis Thomte of Thomte Patent Law Office, L.L.C. merged with Suiter Swantz IP in 2022.

Shane R. Thielen

Patent Attorney

Shane R. Thielen is a patent attorney with Suiter Swantz IP. Shane received a B.S. in Computer and Systems Engineering from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. He received a Juris Doctor, with honors, from Creighton University School of Law.

Ian J. Sannes

Patent Attorney

Ian Sannes is a patent attorney with Suiter Swantz IP. Ian graduated with honors from North Dakota State University, receiving his B.S. in Mechanical Engineering, and received his Juris Doctor from the University of Minnesota Law School.

Thomas J. Simonson

Patent Attorney

Tom Simonson is a summer associate at Suiter Swantz IP. Tom graduated with honors from the Colorado School of Mines with a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering and a minor in Economics.

Andrew M. Caputo

Summer Associate

Andrew holds a M.S. in Optics and Photonics from the College of Optics at the University of Central Florida, as well as a B.S. in Engineering Physics from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. Andrew is an upcoming 2L and currently attends the University of Nebraska College of Law.

Courtney M. Cournoyer

Summer Associate

Courtney Cournoyer is a summer associate at Suiter Swantz IP. Courtney graduated from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln with a B.S. in Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering.

Madisen S. Ford

Summer Associate

Madisen graduated from the University of San Diego with a B.A. in Chemistry and a minor in Business Administration. Madisen is an upcoming 2L and currently attends Creighton University School of Law. She expects to receive her Juris Doctor in May 2026.

Lori A. Noack

Accounting Manager

Lori Noack joined Suiter Swantz IP as the accounting manager for the firm in 2019. Lori holds a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Accounting from the University of Northern Iowa.

Patrice B. Sokolowski

Executive Assistant

Patrice Sokolowski joined Suiter Swantz IP in 2008 as an executive assistant for the Firm. Patrice has a B.S. in Special Education from Creighton University and an M.M. in Vocal Performance from the University of Connecticut.

Laura J. Blair

Intellectual Property Paralegal

Laura Blair joined Suiter Swantz IP in 2018 as an intellectual property paralegal for the Firm. Laura brings over 37 years of intellectual property experience to the Firm.

Stacy J. Jolley

Accounting Assistant

Stacy Jolley joined Suiter Swantz IP in 2022 as an accounting assistant formerly working at Thomte Patent Law. She graduated from the University of Nebraska Lincoln with a B.S. in Business Administration.

Stephanie R. Swanson

Paralegal Manager

Stephanie Swanson is the Paralegal Manager at Suiter Swantz IP. Stephanie joined the firm in 2009 and has a B.S. in Geography from Northwest Missouri State University in Maryville, Missouri.

Angi M. Gerard

Intellectual Property Paralegal

Angi joined Suiter Swantz IP in 2024 as an Intellectual Property Paralegal, with 5 years of previous experience in IP and 23 years of total paralegal experience.

Jan L. Sedivy

Intellectual Property Paralegal

Jan Sedivy joined Suiter Swantz IP in 2022 as an intellectual property paralegal formerly working at Thomte Patent Law Office. Jan has years of experience as an intellectual property paralegal with former extensive experience as an office manager and administrative roles.

Theresa L. Cleveland

Intellectual Property Docketing Specialist

Theresa Cleveland joined Suiter Swantz IP in 2021 as an Intellectual Property Docketing Specialist. Theresa has extensive experience in docketing. She holds a Bachelor of Business Administration and a Master of Arts degree.

Miranda N. Conkling

Intellectual Property Paralegal

Miranda Conkling joined Suiter Swantz IP in 2023 as an Intellectual Property Paralegal, with 8 years of previous experience in IP.