Mr. Polk prepares and prosecutes domestic and international patent applications with an emphasis in the computer, electrical, electro-mechanical, and mechanical arts. His practice and experience span a variety of industries, including the telecommunication, laser, semiconductor, power equipment testing, thermal, digital commerce, utility, battery analysis, GPS tracking, automated collection, product authentication, and pharmaceutical industries. He also has experience preparing and prosecuting trademark applications, registering copyrights, providing validity and non-infringement opinions, and litigating patent suits and post-grant proceedings.
Prior to joining Conley Rose, Mr. Polk practiced corporate law and complex commercial, insurance defense, and subrogation litigation in Orlando, Florida. In those prior positions, he successfully litigated matters from inception to trial and appeal. He received his B.S., M.S., and J.D., including a combined degree in electrical engineering and law, from the University of Florida.
Mr. Polk is a member of The Florida Bar, a member of the State Bar of Texas, and licensed to practice before the United States Patent and Trademark Office.