Barry Shuman is a patent agent in the firm’s Orange County office. He is a member of the IP Procurement and Portfolio Management practice group. Barry has extensive experience in preparing and prosecuting patent applications in the United States and international/foreign intellectual property offices. He has prosecuted patent applications in organic chemistry, biotechnology, biochemistry, drug/pharmaceuticals, immunology, molecular biology, protein purification, treatment of medical conditions/diseases, polymers, materials science, cosmetics, business methods, instrumentation, printers, medical devices, mechanical systems, semiconductor, and communication technologies. Barry also has experience in patentability, freedom to operate, infringement opinions, and inter partes review proceedings.