Bruce D. Sunstein

Bruce D. Sunstein is a nationally recognized authority in intellectual property law whose leadership in patent enforcement and strategy has delivered high-value results. His guidance has helped clients—from startups to industry giants—secure and protect innovative technologies across diverse sectors, including AI, medical devices, software, and electronics.

Bruce began his academic journey earning a Bachelor of Science from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, followed by a Master of Arts from Indiana University. He later received his Juris Doctor from the University of California at Berkeley School of Law. This multidisciplinary education laid the groundwork for his deep understanding of complex technical and legal challenges.

Bruce advises clients across the full spectrum of patent law, IP litigation, and intellectual property strategy. His strategic approach has helped secure patents that have driven significant infringement recoveries. He counsels and represents innovators in high‑stakes matters involving medical diagnostics, speech coding, advanced hardware, and pharmaceutical technologies. Bruce also has deep experience handling inter partes reviews (IPRs), ex parte reexaminations, and appeals before the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit.

Bruce has served as an expert witness and arbitrator in landmark intellectual property and antitrust disputes. His testimony and reports have shaped outcomes in cases involving major corporations and complex regulatory issues. Notable engagements include matters concerning gene expression technologies, cargo scanning systems, and reverse-payment antitrust litigation.

Bruce is also a co-inventor of patented technologies and has contributed extensively to legal scholarship through national speaking engagements and published works. He remains actively involved in organizations like the American Intellectual Property Law Association, Boston Patent Law Association, and the IEEE, reflecting his continued commitment to legal innovation and technical excellence.

Bruce D. Sunstein continues to be a leading voice in intellectual property, offering trusted guidance to businesses navigating fast-evolving technological landscapes. His depth of experience and results-driven approach make him a key asset for those seeking to protect and leverage innovation.

Law Office Affiliations

• Founder, Sunstein LLP
• Member, American Intellectual Property Lawyers Association
• Member, Boston Patent Law Association
• Member, American Bar Association

Licensed State

• California
• Massachusetts

Education

• University of California at Berkeley School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Indiana University
  Master of Arts (MA)
• Massachusetts Institute of Technology
  Bachelor of Science (BS)

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