Colin W. Turner

Colin W. Turner is an accomplished intellectual property attorney who represents clients in protecting brands, enforcing rights, and resolving infringement disputes. He has handled complex patent, trademark, copyright, and trade dress litigation across the United States, achieving favorable results through strategic and efficient advocacy.

Colin earned his Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering, cum laude with distinction, from the University of Arkansas in 2005. He later received his Juris Doctor with honors from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock William H. Bowen School of Law in 2009, where he served as Associate Notes Editor for the UALR Law Review. His technical background gives him a unique advantage in working with inventors in diverse technological fields.

Colin has successfully represented clients in patent disputes in jurisdictions such as the District of Delaware and the Eastern and Western Districts of Texas. He has led cases involving natural gas fuel management, consulting engineering, and software-related trade secrets. His work includes obtaining a multimillion-dollar patent infringement verdict and defending patent owners against validity challenges before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.

Colin’s practice also covers trademark prosecution, brand enforcement, and online infringement protection. He has managed enforcement programs for major companies, pursued settlements in disputes with non-practicing entities, and resolved complex copyright and trademark claims for industries ranging from retail to entertainment. He is experienced in post-grant proceedings and has coordinated successful cease-and-desist campaigns to safeguard client brands.

Colin applies his engineering expertise to patent preparation and prosecution in areas such as chemical separation processes, catalysis, oil-field chemicals, pharmaceuticals, medical devices, polymers, and cryogenics. His ability to navigate both the legal and technical aspects of a case allows him to deliver comprehensive and targeted solutions.

Colin W. Turner also contributes to the legal community through pro bono service, including reviewing case files for the Midwest Innocence Project to assist in proving the innocence of wrongfully accused individuals. His commitment to client success and community impact reflects a career built on precision, diligence, and results.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Stinson LLP
• Member, American Intellectual Property Law Association
• Member, Kansas City Metropolitan Bar Association
• Member, The Missouri Bar
• Member, Lawyers Association of Kansas City

Licensed State

• Missouri
• Tennessee (Inactive)

Education

• University of Arkansas at Little Rock William H. Bowen School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Arkansas
  Bachelor of Science (BS)

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