Mr. Fenty is an experienced Patent and Trademark Attorney with nearly three decades of expertise in Intellectual Property (IP) Law. As the principal attorney at Fenty IP Law and now a partner at Reston Law Group, Mr. Fenty has dedicated his career to helping inventors and businesses protect their innovations and navigate the complexities of patent and trademark law. With a background in Electrical Engineering and an in-depth foundation in Patent Law developed during his nine years as a Patent Examiner at the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), Mr. Fenty has built a reputation for excellence in patent preparation, prosecution, and IP strategy.
Throughout his career, Mr. Fenty has worked on a wide range of cutting-edge technologies, including semiconductor memory, thin film transistors, CMOS technology, biometric sensors, organic light-emitting displays, image forming devices, vehicle safety systems, autonomous vehicle technologies, consumer electronics, electrical connectors, power supplies, mechanical devices, software, telecommunications, cryptography, blockchain, and more. In addition to his deep technical knowledge, Mr. Fenty brings a client-centered approach to his practice, working closely with inventors, start-ups, and established businesses to craft IP strategies that drive innovation and business success.
At Reston Law Group, Mr. Fenty combines his extensive experience with a passion for educating clients on the value of their intellectual property. He frequently drafts articles, delivers seminars, and conducts lectures to help inventors and entrepreneurs understand the patenting process and protect their business ideas. Whether securing patent protection for new inventions, providing strategic IP advice, or navigating complex legal proceedings, Mr. Fenty is committed to ensuring that his clients’ intellectual property is fully protected and positioned for long-term growth.
Mr. Fenty assists clients in a variety of IP-related tasks, including:
- Patent Preparation and Prosecution: Mr. Fenty has drafted and filed over eighty patent applications, working closely with inventors to conduct patentability searches, draft claims, and navigate the USPTO process. He also handles patent prosecution, including responses to Office Actions and Examiner interviews.
- IP Legal Opinions: Mr. Fenty provides clients with detailed legal opinions on patentability, non-infringement, and invalidity, offering strategic guidance based on thorough analysis of prior art and patent laws.
- Trademark Protection and Prosecution: Mr. Fenty helps clients secure trademark protection by preparing and filing trademark applications, handling opposition proceedings, and advising on brand strategy to ensure strong, enforceable trademarks.
- IP-Related Business Services: Mr. Fenty advises businesses on intellectual property-related matters such as licensing, business formation, demand letters, and litigation, helping clients protect their IP rights and resolve disputes effectively.
AREAS OF PRACTICE
- Intellectual Property Protection, including Patent, Trademark, and Copyright preparation, drafting, filing, prosecution, and litigation
- Drafting Legal Opinions in the areas of Patent, Trademark, Copyright, and Trade Secrets
- Handling Trademark Oppositions filing before the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board
- Technology, Software & Patent Licensing (both inbound and out-bound)
- Professional Services Agreements (again, both inbound and outbound)
- Technology and Business Process Outsourcing
- Internet and e-Commerce Law
- Complex Transactions, including asset acquisition agreements
ACTIVITIES
Mr. Fenty is a dedicated advocate for the community, deeply committed to empowering inventors, entrepreneurs, and students through intellectual property education. In 2019, he founded Endless IP, a nonprofit organization with the mission “to instruct aspiring entrepreneurs how to use Intellectual Property to protect ideas.” Through this initiative, Mr. Fenty conducted lectures across the Washington, DC, Maryland, and Virginia areas, introducing K-12 and college students to the fascinating world of intellectual property. His passion for educating the next generation of innovators has made a lasting impact, helping young minds understand the critical role IP plays in safeguarding their creative endeavors.
In addition to his nonprofit work, Mr. Fenty served as Programs Chair and Director of the Intellectual Property Special Interest Group for the National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE). In these roles, he developed curriculum and delivered IP-focused lectures to engineering students at local, regional, and national NSBE conferences, equipping them with the knowledge they need to protect their innovations and determine career paths in the Patent field. His outreach extended to national panels, where he represented NSBE in discussions about the state of IP education in the United States. Mr. Fenty’s volunteer and teaching efforts reflect his dedication to fostering a culture of innovation and intellectual property awareness, ensuring that the next generation of entrepreneurs and engineers are prepared to protect and develop their ideas.
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