Nathan Sportel Joins Miller Johnson’s Intellectual Property Practice
Grand Rapids, Mich., July 23, 2024 – Nathan P. Sportel, a seasoned attorney with a degree in electrical engineering, joins Miller Johnson as a Member, bringing with him a wealth of experience in patent law, including patent litigation and related proceedings before the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office. As a former patent examiner, Sportel has a unique perspective on the patent process, which he has successfully leveraged in both patent prosecution and litigation.
Upon joining the firm, Sportel stated, “I am honored to join Miller Johnson, a firm renowned for its deep commitment to clients and its comprehensive intellectual property services. I look forward to contributing my expertise to the firm’s distinguished IP practice and collaborating with the talented team here to deliver innovative solutions that protect our clients’ most valuable assets.”
Brandon Griffith, Intellectual Property Practice Co-Chair, commented on Sportel’s joining: “Nathan’s arrival at Miller Johnson is another notable step forward for our practice. His extensive background in patent litigation and inter partes review proceedings before the USPTO align perfectly with our mission to provide a full spectrum of top-tier intellectual property services to our clients. We are excited to have Nathan’s strategic mind and technical expertise on board as we continue to navigate the ever-evolving patent law landscape.”
Sportel is a member of the Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) Bar Association and Intellectual Property Law Association of Chicago. He earned his juris doctor from Michigan State University College of Law in 2010. He received his bachelor of science in electrical engineering from Calvin University.
Miller Johnson is a full-service firm providing legal counsel to businesses and individuals in corporate matters, employment and labor law, litigation, employee benefits, and private client representation including estate planning and family law. Since 1959, Miller Johnson has been Michigan-based and has served clients worldwide.
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