Patrick Reed

Patrick Reed is a dedicated intellectual property attorney at Murray, Ziel, & Johnston, PLLC. With years of experience advising clients on both domestic and international IP matters, Patrick helps businesses protect and grow their intellectual property assets. His legal practice focuses on patent procurement, IP portfolio development, patent landscape analysis, and litigation support. Patrick serves a diverse client base, including startups and major corporations, and provides strategic guidance tailored to each client’s technology and business goals.

Patrick earned a B.S. in Electrical Engineering with a minor in Physics from Gonzaga University. He then completed his J.D. at Gonzaga University School of Law, where he received the CALI Award in Patent Preparation and Prosecution.

Patrick’s career began as an engineer, giving him a practical foundation in technology before moving into intellectual property law. He has written and filed hundreds of patents in advanced technology sectors, including semiconductors, software, electronics, mobile telecommunications, alternative energy, and medical devices. His work spans electrical, mechanical, and industrial innovations. He is licensed to practice law in Washington and is admitted before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, which enables him to represent clients nationwide in patent-related matters.

Patrick Reed offers comprehensive IP services, from U.S. patent filings to international trademark protections. His dual expertise in engineering and law allows him to communicate effectively with technical teams and understand complex inventions in detail. Whether advising on a single invention or managing an entire IP portfolio, he delivers clear, strategic legal support to protect innovation. With his technical background and legal insight, Patrick continues to be a trusted partner for businesses seeking to safeguard and leverage their intellectual property.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, Murray, Ziel, & Johnston, PLLC
• Member, Idaho State Bar Association

Licensed State

• Idaho

Education

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

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