
Andrus Intellectual Property Law, LLP
About Andrus Intellectual Property Law, LLP
Andrus Intellectual Property Law, LLP has set the standard for excellence in intellectual property counsel since 1939, earning recognition as the longest-operating IP law firm in Wisconsin. With a foundation built on ethical advocacy and technical precision, the firm adapts to evolving industries and technologies while maintaining its core mission: protecting ideas through thorough preparation, personalized solutions, and trusted representation.
Andrus Intellectual Property Law, LLP offers a complete range of services, including patents, trademarks, copyrights, litigation, transactions, and strategic counseling. Attorneys guide clients in the development, acquisition, and defense of intellectual property rights, managing global portfolios and navigating U.S. prosecution, Paris Convention, and PCT national stage filings. Both domestic innovators and foreign applicants rely on the firm for strategic representation and cost-efficient, results-driven counsel.
Andrus Intellectual Property Law, LLP distinguishes itself through the diverse technical backgrounds of its attorneys, with expertise spanning biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, mechanical engineering, electrical systems, computer software, chemistry, and physics. This deep scientific knowledge empowers the firm to deliver tailored solutions for clients across industries ranging from medical devices to consumer electronics. Each engagement reflects a balance of legal insight, technical mastery, and commitment to achieving favorable outcomes.
Andrus Intellectual Property Law, LLP strengthens its practice through active participation in leading international organizations such as AIPPI and INTA. These relationships ensure seamless collaboration with global professionals and enhance service for clients with international interests. The firm’s structure supports efficiency and adaptability, offering tailored billing models, including flat-fee arrangements, to meet client priorities while maintaining the highest standards of confidentiality and advocacy.
Andrus Intellectual Property Law, LLP continues to embody the values of integrity, diligence, and innovation that have defined its legacy for over eight decades. Whether securing groundbreaking patents, managing complex transactions, or defending valuable intellectual property rights, the firm remains dedicated to delivering high-quality counsel and strategic representation that protects innovation across industries and borders.
Practice Areas
- Patent
- Trademark & Copyright
- IP Litigation
- IP Transactions
- Client Counseling on IP
- Mechanical Patents
- Electrical Patents & Software Patents
- Chemistry & Biology Patents
Our Attorneys

Ryann H. Beck

Emily M. Chilson

Dillon E. Durnford

John P. Dyro

Peter T. Holsen

Benjamin R. Imhoff

Melissa L. Kleine
