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Douglas J. Ryder

Registered Patent Attorney with expertise in intellectual property law

Douglas J. Ryder is a Registered Patent Attorney specializing in electrical, computer, mechanical, software, communications, Internet, and business method arts. With a strong technical foundation as an Electrical Engineer, he provides comprehensive intellectual property services including patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets. Douglas earned his Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from Drexel University, Masters in Engineering Management from George Washington University, and Juris Doctor from the University of Maryland Law School.

He currently serves clients from his office in Colmar, PA, offering expertise in patent preparation and prosecution, litigation support, licensing, and client counseling. Douglas has been active in professional organizations, having served as IP Section Chair for the Bucks County Bar Association from 2020-2023, and maintains memberships in the Pennsylvania Bar Association and Montgomery Bar Association.

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About Douglas J. Ryder

Douglas J. Ryder is a Registered Patent Attorney with expertise in intellectual property law, particularly in the electrical, computer, mechanical, software, communications, Internet, and business method arts. His technical background as an Electrical Engineer provides him with unique insights into complex technological innovations.

Douglas completed his Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering at Drexel University in 1989, followed by a Masters in Engineering Management from George Washington University in 1992. He then earned his Juris Doctor from the University of Maryland Law School in 1996 and became a Registered Patent Attorney in 1997.

Currently working from his office in Colmar, PA, Douglas offers comprehensive intellectual property services including preparation and prosecution of patent applications, trademark registrations, copyright filings, and trade secret protection.

Douglas has been an active member of several professional organizations, including the Pennsylvania Bar Association and Montgomery Bar Association. He served as the IP Section Chair for the Bucks County Bar Association from 2020 to 2023, demonstrating his leadership in the intellectual property legal community.

As part of his commitment to professional development, Douglas completes at least 12 hours of Continuing Legal Education annually to stay current with developments in intellectual property law. He has also shared his expertise through CLE presentations to fellow legal professionals.

Douglas’s analytical skills as an Electrical Engineer, combined with his legal expertise, enable him to effectively communicate complex technical and legal concepts to clients, patent examiners, and colleagues.

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Expert Witness Services

Douglas J. Ryder offers expert legal and technical witness services in the
following areas of intellectual property law
Patent Infringement Analysis

Expert evaluation of patent claims, accused products, and prior art to determine whether infringement or invalidity is present in a given case.

USPTO Proceedings & IPRs

Provides insight and testimony in administrative trials such as Inter Partes Reviews, post-grant proceedings, and patent reexaminations before the USPTO.

Trademark Disputes

Analysis of trademark conflicts including likelihood of confusion, brand dilution, and registration challenges in litigation or opposition.

Copyright Infringement

Assessment of originality, authorship, and substantial similarity in disputes involving software, written materials, and digital content.

Trade Secret Misappropriation

Investigates alleged misappropriation of proprietary information, analyzing confidentiality agreements and industry practices for IP protection.

Software & Engineering Disputes

Explains technical systems, code functionality, and engineering concepts clearly in disputes involving software, electronics, and communications.

Licensing Agreement Evaluation

Reviews and interprets IP-related contracts such as licensing agreements, NDAs, and technology transfers for use in litigation and negotiations.

Internet & Regulatory IP Issues

Supports cases involving IP disputes tied to internet technologies, domain name conflicts, eCommerce, and regulatory compliance (e.g., FAA-related systems).

Publications & Presentations

Douglas J. Ryder is a Registered Patent Attorney and frequent CLE presenter who shares his expertise in intellectual property law with legal and business professionals. His talks focus on practical strategies related to patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets.

  • Understanding Intellectual Property for the Life Cycle of a Business – A CLE seminar providing a comprehensive overview of IP types and their strategic use throughout the various phases of business growth.
  • CLE Presentations for the Bucks County Bar Association (2020–2023) – Delivered educational content on emerging issues in IP law while serving as Chair of the Intellectual Property Section.
  • Common Presentation Topics – Mr. Ryder regularly speaks on patentability assessment, prior art strategy, and drafting strong patent applications.

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