Theodore J. Bielen, Jr.

Theodore J. Bielen, Jr. is a registered patent attorney with Bielen and Lampe in Concord, California. He advises individuals and companies on intellectual property matters involving patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets. His practice includes patent and trademark prosecution, litigation, validity and infringement opinions, and protection for innovations across mechanical, electrical, chemical, and biological technologies.

Mr. Bielen earned Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science degrees in Engineering from Columbia University. He later received his Doctor of Law degree from the University of California, Hastings College of the Law. His engineering training and legal education provide a strong foundation for evaluating technical inventions, preparing intellectual property strategies, and helping clients protect valuable ideas with practical legal judgment.

Mr. Bielen has more than 30 years of experience representing clients in intellectual property matters. He has helped individuals and companies obtain numerous patents and trademarks in the United States and in other countries. His background also includes service as a U.S. Naval officer, which has given him additional discipline and perspective when addressing technical, business, and legal issues for clients.

Theodore J. Bielen, Jr. is admitted to the California State Bar, several federal district courts, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit, and the Federal Circuit Court in Washington, D.C. He is also a former faculty member of St. Mary’s College, where he taught intellectual property law. His work helps innovators, creators, and businesses protect and enforce important intellectual property rights.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Bielen and Lampe
• Member, State Bar of California

Licensed State

• California

Education

• University of California, Hastings Law School
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Columbia University
  Bachelor of Arts
• Columbia University
  BS in Engineering

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