Gregory P. Bondarenko

Gregory P. “Greg” Bondarenko is a highly regarded intellectual property attorney with extensive experience in patent counseling, prosecution, enforcement, and portfolio management. He is admitted to the Michigan Bar and the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, making him a trusted advisor for clients seeking strategic intellectual property solutions in competitive industries.

Greg earned his Juris Doctor from the University of Michigan Law School in 1998 after graduating magna cum laude with a Bachelor of Science in Engineering from the University of Illinois in 1995. His engineering background provides a strong technical foundation, allowing him to adeptly protect incremental and pioneering inventions across diverse industries, including consumer goods, automotive systems, industrial equipment, recreational vehicles, sporting goods, and agricultural innovations.

Greg’s practice encompasses the full spectrum of intellectual property services, from preparing and prosecuting patent and trademark applications to rendering patentability, non-infringement, and freedom-to-operate opinions. He also assists clients in enforcing design patents and navigating intellectual property litigation, assembling multidisciplinary teams of patent attorneys and litigators to provide robust advocacy.

In addition to handling complex IP litigation, Greg performs comprehensive intellectual property audits and due diligence to help clients evaluate, protect, and optimize their IP portfolios. He has extensive experience drafting and negotiating joint development, manufacturing, supply, and licensing agreements that drive innovation while safeguarding his clients’ competitive advantages. Greg also works with businesses to implement effective invention disclosure programs and build data‑driven, long-term IP portfolio strategies aligned with their growth goals.

Recognized as a top attorney by Grand Rapids Magazine in multiple years, Greg is known for his pragmatic and forward-thinking approach. He treats his clients’ resources as his own, prioritizing efficient and effective solutions to protect their ingenuity and creativity.

With a deep understanding of intellectual property law and a commitment to his clients’ success, Gregory P. Bondarenko continues to deliver tailored, results-driven counsel to innovators and businesses across the United States.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Warner Norcross + Judd LLP
• Member, Michigan Patent Law Association
• Member, Archery Trade Association
• Member, National Shooting Sports Foundation

Licensed State

• Michigan

Education

• University of Michigan Law School
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Illinois
  Bachelor of Science (BS)

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