Sarah J. Gayer

Sarah J. Gayer is a highly skilled intellectual property attorney at Nyemaster Goode P.C. in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, with over two decades of experience. She focuses on helping businesses protect and manage their intellectual property (IP), including trademarks, trade secrets, and patent rights. Sarah is also well-versed in intellectual property litigation, appellate practice, business and commercial litigation, and healthcare litigation.

Sarah earned her B.A. in English, magna cum laude, from Duke University, followed by a J.D., with highest distinction, from the University of Iowa College of Law. She also pursued post-baccalaureate studies in the sciences at Coe College, focusing on genetics, cell physiology, chemistry, and more, which allowed her to become a registered patent attorney.

Throughout her career, Sarah has been committed to helping clients navigate the complexities of intellectual property. She works closely with clients to understand their business goals, risk tolerance, and expectations, providing tailored advice to achieve the best outcomes.

Her trademark work includes providing clearance opinions, registration, maintenance, rights enforcement, and litigation. Sarah also represents clients before the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board and assists U.S. companies in protecting their trademark rights internationally.

As a registered patent attorney with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, Sarah is admitted to practice in all state and federal courts in Iowa, the Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals, the Federal Circuit Court of Appeals, and the U.S. Supreme Court. Her expertise has earned her recognition as a Super Lawyer from 2018 to 2024, a prestigious honor that reflects her leadership in intellectual property law.

Law Office Affiliations

• Shareholder,  Nyemaster Goode P.C.
• Member, Iowa State Bar Association
• Member, Linn County Bar Association
• Board Member, Waypoint

Licensed State

•  Iowa

Education

• University of Iowa
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Duke University
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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