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Jack Chang

Counsel

T 206.757.8300 Seattle
I am fascinated with what could be the next big thing.
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Jack Chang advises clients on intellectual property strategy, patent prosecution, as well as global portfolio management across advanced technology sectors including artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning, neural networks, fintech, robotics, wearable technologies, cloud computing, wireless systems, and drone technologies. He works closely with innovators and engineering teams to translate complex technical developments into practical IP protection aligned with business objectives and long term portfolio strategy.

Jack drafts and prosecutes patent applications in the United States and internationally and manages foreign inbound and outbound patent portfolios for companies with global operations. He regularly coordinates with foreign counsel and international agents to implement efficient international filing strategies and help companies shape and expand their patent portfolios as their products evolve.

In addition to patent prosecution, Jack advises clients on intellectual property licensing, brand management, and commercial IP strategy. He helps companies identify and pursue new licensing opportunities for their brands and products, connecting clients with potential partners and negotiating agreements that expand market reach. His licensing work includes consumer products such as clothing, accessories, stationery, and party goods, particularly for brands and character properties targeting toddler through adolescent audiences.


Practice Highlights

Patent prosecution

Represented clients ranging from individual inventors to Fortune 100 companies in drafting and prosecuting more than 1,000 patent applications in the United States and internationally across a wide range of technologies.

Robotics and AI portfolio strategy

Led patent portfolio development for a company developing next-generation humanoid robotics, advising on global filing strategies and helping shape intellectual property protection for innovations spanning robotics, AI systems, sensing technologies, and human machine interaction.

Brand licensing and strategic partnerships

Represented a global brand owner by identifying and developing licensing opportunities and negotiating commercial partnerships that expand brand presence across multiple consumer product categories.

Admitted to Practice

  • U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
  • Washington, 2015

Education

  • J.D., Seattle University School of Law, 2014
  • M.S., Electrical Engineering, University of Southern California, 2010
  • B.S., Electrical Engineering, University of Washington, 2008
    • Dean's List

Languages

  • Mandarin

Memberships & Affiliations

    • Intellectual Property Section Chair, King County Bar Association (KCBA), 2019-present
    • American Intellectual Property Law Association (AIPLA), 2016-present
    • Washington State Patent Law Association, 2016-present
    • Seattle Intellectual Property Inn of Court, 2013-2014
    • Pro Bono Volunteer, King County Bar Association Family Law Program, 2016-2017
    • Volunteer, Make-A-Wish Foundation, 2013-2015

Professional Recognition

    • Named "One to Watch" by Best Lawyers in Patent Law, 2021-2025; in Litigation - Intellectual Property, 2021-2025; in Entertainment and Sports Law, 2022-2025
    • Selected to "Washington Rising Stars," Thomson Reuters, 2022-2025
    • Public Service & Leadership Award, Washington State Bar, 2021

Background

    • Associate, Baker & Hostetler, Seattle, 2014-2017
    • Legal Intern, Patent Group, Amazon.com, Seattle, 2013-2014
    • Legal Extern, F5 Networks, Seattle, 2013
    • Legal Extern, Red Hat Society, Inc., Fullerton, Calif., 2012
    • Summer Technical Writer Intern, Lee & Hayes, Seattle, 2007
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