Francesco Sardone is a partner who has been with the firm since 2002. An expert in all aspects of IP law, including U.S. and international patent, trademark and copyright prosecution, Mr. Sardone works with clients who are building portfolios primarily in the mechanical, electromechanical and medical arts, with an emphasis on medical and surgical devices including robotics, as well as, working with clients in the toy and game industries. His practice also includes conducting due diligence investigations, validity studies and clearance searches and preparing freedom-to-practice and validity opinions.
Mr. Sardone developed a fascination with both mechanical processes and being on the front lines of innovation in the realm of patent law. He earned his B.E. in mechanical engineering from the Stevens Institute of Technology before pursuing his J.D. at Hofstra University School of Law. After honing his legal skills for a few years, Mr. Sardone was one of the first associates to join the firm.