Joseph P. Schneiders

Joseph P. Schneiders is an accomplished attorney with a background in chemical engineering. He assists clients in securing and protecting intellectual property across sectors such as biotechnology, medical devices, construction, agriculture, and chemical manufacturing. His practice covers patent prosecution, enforcement, trademark registration, portfolio management, and comprehensive intellectual property strategies tailored to business goals.

Joseph began his academic foundation at Iowa State University, earning a degree in Chemical Engineering in 2015. His technical expertise later informed his transition into law, where he graduated with a JD from Drake University Law School in 2023. At Drake, he further distinguished himself by obtaining both an Intellectual Property Law Certificate and a Business Law Certificate, providing him with a dual perspective on technical and legal problem-solving.

Joseph built valuable professional experience as a chemical engineer for a global ingredient manufacturer prior to and during law school. His work centered on optimizing production processes, scaling projects from bench to pilot and pilot to production, developing new products, expanding production plants, and implementing laboratory design and safety initiatives. This background enables him to navigate technical complexities when representing clients in intellectual property matters.

Joseph has guided clients in biotechnology, chemicals, and medical technology through patent filings and enforcement worldwide. He has successfully managed international trademark applications, secured patents in cancer-related biotechnology, and ensured protection of chemical processing technologies. His contributions extend to providing opinions, conducting patent landscape reviews, and supporting companies in safeguarding their innovations against infringement.

Joseph P. Schneiders continues to apply his combined engineering and legal background to protect innovation and guide clients through complex intellectual property challenges, ensuring their creations and brands are positioned for long-term success. He has been recognized with the CALI Excellence for Future Award in Secured Transactions as well as in Products Liability, reflecting his dedication to legal scholarship. He also shares his knowledge as a panelist, including presenting on “Artificial Intelligence & Intellectual Property Law” for the Licensing Executives Society.

Law Office Affiliations

• Associate, Dentons Davis Brown PC
• Member, Iowa State Bar Association

Licensed State

• Iowa

Education

• Drake University Law School
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Iowa State University

  Bachelor of Science (BS)

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