Profile
Keith R. Jarosik is an experienced registered patent and trademark attorney with deep expertise in both patent law and intellectual property (IP) strategy. Prior to his legal career, Keith spent over seven years as an engineer, including time at a leading multinational technology consulting firm, where he played a pivotal role in developing and implementing large-scale integrated architecture software systems. This combination of technical engineering knowledge and legal acumen allows Keith to understand complex technologies from both a practical and legal perspective, providing insights for his clients.
Keith represents a diverse range of clients, including major corporations, universities, and innovative startups, across various industries. He helps them navigate the complexities of managing and protecting their global IP portfolios, advising on patent prosecution, portfolio strategy, and providing comprehensive IP counseling. With a proven track record, Keith has secured hundreds of patents for his clients and has earned recognition in the industry, being named to the Leading Lawyers and Intellectual Asset Management’s (IAM) Patent 1000 lists for his outstanding contributions to patent law.
His practice revolves around several key areas:
- Patent Prosecution: Keith handles the preparation and prosecution of U.S. and foreign patent applications. His experience spans mechanical and aerospace engineering, nanotechnology, electro-mechanical systems, software, and electrical arts.
- Patent Portfolio Management: Keith assists clients in strategically managing their domestic and foreign patent portfolios.
- Client Counseling: Keith provides counsel on patent and trademark matters, offering strategic guidance that aligns with his clients' goals and technological innovations.
- Opinion Drafting: Keith prepares detailed opinions related to patentability, right-to-use, patent infringement, and validity.
- Design Counsel: Drawing upon his engineering background, Keith offers strategic engineering counsel and design recommendations throughout the product lifecycle, pursuing fully protected innovations for his client.
Keith’s multifaceted approach ensures comprehensive support for his clients, bridging the gap between technology and legal protection.
Capabilities
Recognition & Leadership
- Listed, Leading Lawyers Network, 2022-2023 and 2025
- Listed, IAM magazine, "IAM Patent 1000," Prosecution, 2018-2024
- Adjunct Professor, Master of Science in Patent Law, University of Notre Dame, South Bend, IN
- Member, International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions (IAAPA)
- Member, Association of University Technology Managers (AUTM)
Credentials
- J.D., University of Illinois Chicago School of Law
- B.S., Mechanical Engineering, University of Notre Dame
- Illinois
- U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois
- U.S. Patent and Trademark Office