Melissa L. Kleine

Melissa L. Kleine is a registered patent attorney and associate at Andrus Intellectual Property Law, where she concentrates on domestic and international patent and trademark prosecution. She advises clients on patentability, infringement, and IP enforcement across a wide array of mechanical and electromechanical technologies.

Melissa earned her law degree cum laude from Marquette University Law School, where she served on the Marquette Law Review and was inducted into the Pro Bono Honor Society. Her academic excellence reflects a strong foundation in both technical and legal disciplines critical to intellectual property law.

Before attending law school, Melissa earned her B.S. in Engineering Mechanics with a specialization in Astronautics and a second major in Political Science from the University of Wisconsin–Madison. She then worked as a mechanical design engineer for a leading avionics manufacturer, gaining hands-on technical and engineering experience that now informs her legal practice.

Melissa began her legal career as a patent law clerk and associate at a large international law firm, where she honed her skills in patent prosecution and IP portfolio management. Her work at Andrus builds upon that experience with a focus on client-driven, detail-oriented legal strategies.

Admitted to practice before the United States Patent and Trademark Office and the Supreme Court of Wisconsin, Melissa provides clients with reliable, technically informed counsel that protects innovation and minimizes risk. Her practice supports inventors and businesses seeking to strengthen their competitive position through smart, enforceable IP protections.

Known for her analytical mindset and clear communication, Melissa L. Kleine is committed to helping clients navigate the complex intersection of technology and intellectual property law with confidence and precision.

Law Office Affiliations

• Associate, Andrus Intellectual Property Law, LLP

Licensed State

• Wisconsin

Education

• Marquette University Law School
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Wisconsin-Madison
  Bachelor of Science (BS)

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