Thomas St. Paul Keaty, II

Thomas St. Paul Keaty, II, is a distinguished patent attorney with decades of experience in patent, trademark, and copyright law. Since registering before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office in 1974, he has built a national reputation for credibility, success, and client-focused advocacy. His practice has resulted in the issuance of hundreds of U.S. patents and a long-standing reputation as a trusted leader in intellectual property law.

Thomas earned his degree in chemical engineering from the University of Southwestern Louisiana before completing his J.D. at Tulane University. Licensed in both Louisiana and Texas, he is also registered before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office and admitted to practice in multiple federal district courts across Louisiana and Texas. This strong technical and legal foundation enables him to handle complex intellectual property matters with precision and authority.

Beyond his patent prosecution practice, Thomas is an active lecturer and educator on intellectual property law across the Gulf Coast. He has presented at Loyola University, the Newman School, and the Academy of the Sacred Heart. His published works include contributions to the Tulane Journal of Technology and Intellectual Property and chapters on state trademark law. His writings continue to guide business leaders, attorneys, and students in understanding critical aspects of intellectual property rights.

Thomas St. Paul Keaty, II has also contributed to shaping legal frameworks as a legislative liaison for Louisiana’s trademark system and as a member of professional associations. He currently serves on the Local Patent Rules Committee for the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana. With his enduring dedication to law and education, he continues to set the standard for excellence in intellectual property advocacy and legal scholarship.

Law Office Affiliations

• Founder, Keaty Patent Firm
• Member, Federal Bar Association
• Member, Louisiana State Bar
• Member, Texas State Bar
• Member, Louisiana legislative bodies

Licensed State

• Louisiana
• Texas

Education

• Tulane University Law School

  Bachelor of Law (LLB)

• University of Louisiana at Lafayette

  Bachelor of Science (BS)

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