Chad W. Swantz
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, a Juris Doctor of Law from the University of Nebraska, and a Master of Business Administration from the University of Nebraska Omaha.
Chad joined the Firm as a Law Clerk and became a Member in 2004. Chad’s practice has allowed him to pursue his interests in technology and law. Chad’s Patent Practice involves multi-national clients in the fields of energy, electrochemistry, software, communication, computing devices and data storage. His practice includes technology protection advisement along with preparation and prosecution of U.S. and foreign patent applications.
Chad manages the Trademark Practice for the Firm which includes trademark creation and development, domestic and foreign trademark registration, trademark defense and trademark enforcement.
Chad is admitted to the Nebraska Supreme Court and U.S. District Court, District of Nebraska. He is registered to practice before the United States Patent and Trademark Office.
Outside of work, Chad enjoys cookery, physical fitness, and sports.
Sean Patrick Suiter
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 and is a member of the Nebraska bar. Additionally, Sean is admitted to the U.S. District Court, District of Nebraska (1990); U.S. Court of Appeals, for the Federal and Eighth Circuits, U.S. Court of International Trade, U.S. Court of Federal Claims, U.S. Supreme Court (1991); and is registered to practice before the United States Patent and Trademark Office. Sean belongs to Delta Sigma Rho, and Tau Kappa Alpha. Prior to founding Suiter Swantz IP, Sean served as a Judicial Clerk to the Honorable John T. Grant, Nebraska Supreme Court, 1988-89.
In addition to his work duties, Sean is an Adjunct Professor of Law (Patent) at Creighton University School of Law and an Adjunct Professor of Law at Peking University School of Intellectual Property. Sean has been a pilot since 1974. He flies regularly and uses his airplane to visit clients all over North America.
When not practicing law, Sean likes to build acoustic guitars and rocking chairs.
Meet the Team
Meet the Suiter Swantz IP Team
For over two decades our team of patent attorneys, patent agents, paralegals and staff have represented a broad array of clients including large corporations to startups and individual inventors from across the United States and world. Our team of intellectual property experts consists of a group of world-class professionals trained to navigate you or your company through your domestic and international patent, trademark, and copyright challenges.
Our patent attorneys and patent agents are not just experts in the patent law. They are also former engineers, scientists and industry experts. All of our patent attorneys and patent agents have deep technical backgrounds, with many of them having received graduate level training and/or significant industry experience in their respective technical field.
To speak to one of our patent attorneys visit our contact page or call us at (402) 496-0300.
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.
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.
Adam S. Wright
Patent Attorney
Adam Wright is a patent attorney with Suiter Swantz IP. Adam received his B.S. in Biochemistry and a minor in History from the University of Missouri-Columbia and his Juris Doctor from the University of Missouri School 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 is a summer associate at Suiter Swantz IP. Madisen graduated from the University of San Diego with a B.A. in Chemistry and a minor in Business Administration.
Amy R. Brooks
Accounting Manager
Amy Brooks joined Suiter Swantz IP as the accounting manager for the firm in 2024. Amy holds a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Accounting from Briar Cliff University, as well as an Associates Degree in Financial Services.
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.
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.
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.