Scott Seeley

Scott Seeley is an intellectual property lawyer and registered patent attorney focused on helping innovators protect and strengthen valuable ideas. His practice centers on patent prosecution, trademark registration, and post-grant proceedings before the Patent Trial and Appeal Board, including inter partes review. He works closely with clients to secure durable intellectual property rights.

Scott built a strong academic foundation through formal scientific and legal training. He earned a B.S. in Biochemistry, cum laude, from Central Washington University, followed by a Certificate in Game Design from the University of Washington. He later completed his J.D. at the University of Washington School of Law, preparing him for complex intellectual property matters.

Scott prosecutes patents across diverse technologies, including software, mechanical devices, medical devices, electronics, cosmetics, food and beverage, and biotechnology. His technical background allows him to understand complex inventions quickly and translate them into precise patent claims. This approach helps clients pursue allowance while preserving long-term commercial value.

Scott has experience managing intellectual property portfolios for a wide range of organizations, from independent inventors to large corporations. His work includes drafting and prosecuting patent applications, conducting due diligence, preparing infringement opinions, and analyzing the validity of competitor portfolios. This breadth of experience supports informed, strategic decision-making.

Scott also contributes to the development of intellectual property law through legal scholarship. His publications address issues involving PTAB proceedings, administrative law considerations, and international intellectual property frameworks. These writings reflect his analytical approach and ongoing engagement with evolving patent law and policy.

Scott earned recognition as a Rising Stars 2021, reflecting peer acknowledgment of his work in intellectual property law. He is admitted to practice before the United States Patent & Trademark Office and in Washington State, and his practice is based in Bellevue, Washington, serving clients across technology-driven industries.

Scott Seeley continues to guide inventors and businesses through the complexities of intellectual property protection with clarity and precision. By combining scientific insight, legal experience, and strategic thinking, he helps clients safeguard innovations, manage risk, and build strong intellectual property portfolios that support long-term growth.

Law Office Affiliations

• Patent Attorney, Eastgate IP
• Member, Washington State Bar Association

Licensed State

• Washington

Education

• University of Washington School of Law
  Juris Doctor (J.D.)
• Central Washington University
  Bachelor of Science (B.S.)

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