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 approximately 3,000 patents and 700 trademarks on behalf of our clients.
Based in Omaha, NE, Suiter Swantz IP works with clients from across the United States and around the world, including all of Nebraska, Iowa, and South Dakota
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.
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.
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
Owner and Patent Attorney
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, respectively. Sean received his Juris Doctor from Creighton University Law School.
Chad W. Swantz
Owner and Patent Attorney
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
Owner and Patent Attorney
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
Owner and Patent Attorney
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.
Faisal K. Abou-Nasr
Patent Attorney
Faisal K. Abou-Nasr is a patent attorney with Suiter Swantz IP. Faisal holds a B.S. in Electrical Engineering from the University of Nebraska Lincoln and obtained his Juris Doctor from Creighton University School of Law.
Troy P. Anderson
Patent Agent
Troy P. Anderson is a patent agent 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.
Mitchell Ferris
Patent Attorney
Mitchell Ferris is a patent attorney with Suiter Swantz IP. Mitchell received his B.S. in Chemical Engineering from the University of Nebraska Lincoln. He received his Juris Doctor with high distinction from the University of Nebraska College of Law.
Jason G. Glanzer
Patent Attorney
Jason Glanzer is a patent attorney with Suiter Swantz IP. Jason obtained his B.S. in Biotechnology from the University of Nebraska-Omaha, his Ph.D. in Pharmacology from the University of Nebraska Medical Center, and his Juris Doctor from Creighton University School of Law with emphasis on intellectual property and health law.
Nicholas R. Grennan
Patent Attorney
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. Nick received his Juris Doctor with honors from the Creighton University School of Law.
Jon S. Horneber
Patent Attorney
Jon S. Horneber is a patent attorney with Suiter Swantz IP. Jon holds a B.S. and M.S. in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Colorado Boulder. Jon received his Juris Doctor from the University of Nebraska College of Law.
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.
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,
Elizabeth A. Foley
Patent Agent
Elizabeth Foley is a Patent Agent with Suiter Swantz IP. Elizabeth received her B.S. in Chemistry and a minor in Business Administration from Creighton University.
Ben J. Smith
Technical Advisor and Law Clerk
Ben J. Smith is a technical advisor and law clerk with Suiter Swantz IP. Ben received his B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Nebraska Lincoln.
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.
Allyssa M. Hynes
Content Marketing Intern
Allyssa Hynes has joined Suiter Swantz IP as our Content Marketing Intern for the summer. Allyssa is currently a student at the University of Nebraska at Lincoln and will graduate in 2020 with a Bachelor of Journalism, majoring in Public Relations and Advertising and a Bachelor's degree in Political Science with minors in Ethnic Studies and Global Studies.
Johnna S. Castle
Intellectual Property Assistant
Johnna Castle joined Suiter Swantz IP as an Intellectual Property Assistant for the firm in 2018.
Jenny A. Kathman
Intellectual Property Paralegal
Jenny Kathman joined Suiter Swantz IP in 2019 as an Intellectual Property Paralegal. She brings over 14 years of intellectual property experience to the firm, specializing in patent prosecution.
Melanie K. Lucks
Marketing Manager
Melanie Lucks is the Marketing Manager at Suiter Swantz IP. She joined the firm in 2018 and has a B.A. in Communication from the University of Nebraska at Omaha.
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.
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.
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.