Chad W. Swantz

Chad W. Swantz is a patent attorney whose career focuses on guiding innovators through the legal protection of their work. He has built extensive experience serving multinational clients in industries such as energy, software, electrochemistry, communication, computing devices, and data storage. His practice includes both patent advisement and trademark management.

Chad began his academic journey, earning a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from the University of Nebraska Lincoln. He later achieved a Juris Doctor from the University of Nebraska College of Law, followed by a Master of Business Administration from the University of Nebraska Omaha. This combination of technical, legal, and business knowledge allows him to effectively counsel clients across diverse technologies.

Chad entered the profession as a Law Clerk, later becoming a Member in 2004. His patent practice involves preparing and prosecuting both U.S. and foreign patent applications, with a strong emphasis on securing rights for technological advancements. He also advises on strategies for technology protection, ensuring clients can safeguard their intellectual property in competitive markets.

Chad extends his legal services into the trademark field, offering support for trademark creation, development, and registration in both domestic and foreign jurisdictions. His work further includes defending and enforcing trademarks, protecting businesses from infringement, and maintaining brand integrity. His admissions include the Nebraska Supreme Court and U.S. District Court, District of Nebraska, and he is registered to practice before the United States Patent and Trademark Office.

Chad W. Swantz has devoted his career to combining technical expertise with legal practice to help clients protect their innovations. Through his work in patents and trademarks, he provides critical support to individuals and businesses developing new technologies and ideas, ensuring their intellectual property is properly secured and defended in an ever-evolving global landscape.

Law Office Affiliations

• Director, Shareholder, Suiter Swantz IP
• Member, Nebraska State Bar Association

Licensed State

• Nebraska

Education

• University of Nebraska College of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Nebraska Omaha
  Master of Business Administration (MBA)
• University of Nebraska Lincoln
  Bachelor of Science (BS)

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