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Timothy Van Tuinen is a counselor, negotiator and litigator working for both businesses and individuals in the fields of intellectual property and real property. He is deeply committed to ensuring that the legal system serves the needs of his clients. He brings dedication, expertise and trust to each case. Located in Toledo, Ohio, Timothy Van Tuinen is able to represent clients in the surrounding areas and nationally in some cases.
The laws regarding intellectual property and real property are difficult for the average person to understand, this is why it is important to contact a professional to obtain advice on any specific issue that you are confronted with. Intellectual property consists of four main subgroups: 1) Patent, 2) Trademarks, 3) Copyrights and 4) Trade Secrets. As an intellectual property attorney, Mr. Van Tuinen has specific knowledge of patent, trademark and copyright laws.
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If you live in or near Toledo visit our contact link to set up a consultation about any matter involving patents, copyrights, trademarks, trade secrets, litigation, licensing, business law, real property issues, landlord/tenant, evictions or leases.
Mr. Van Tuinen is available to meet with clients in Toledo, Bowling Green, Perrysburg, Sylvania, Oregon, Maumee, Lucas County and Wood County area as well as nationally.
United States Patent and Trademark Office
Article I
Record number of international trademark applications in 2007, a 9.5% increase on 2006. Included in the article is a list the the top international trademark holders. Full story...
Article II
The Bush Administration shared its views on the Patent Reform Act of 2007. This Act will effectively change the United States from a first to invent system to a first to file system. Link.
Article III
Secretary of Commerce Carlos M. Gutierrez has given responsibility to the United Stated Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) to choose the winner of this year's National Medal of Technology and Innovation. The Medal, presented by the President of the United States, is the nation’s highest honor for technological achievement. It is awarded to innovators whose efforts have made profound and lasting contributions to the U.S. economy and quality of life. In its new role, the USPTO will replace the Technology Administration, which was abolished by Congress on August 9, 2007.