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Leadership Profiles

Adam Bruno

Registered Patent Attorney • Founding Partner, Bay State IP • Spokane, WA

Adam J. Bruno is a founding partner of Bay State IP and a patent attorney with close to twenty years of experience in patents, trademarks, and copyrights. His patent practice includes patentability searches and the drafting and prosecution of Utility, Design, National Stage, and PCT applications, and he works with inventors across industries including engineering and consumer products.

Peter Drakulich

Founder • 52 Launch

Product development expert leading a team that has taken dozens of products from idea to viral sensation, retail shelves, and six-figure launch days. Specializes in end-to-end product development from design and prototyping to manufacturing, branding, and go-to-market strategy.

More about Bay State IP

Bay State IP is a Boston-based intellectual property law firm representing clients ranging from individual inventors and startups to established businesses. The firm emphasizes a personalized, cost-effective approach and tailors its IP strategy to each client’s particular needs, making its practice especially relevant to entrepreneurs who may be protecting and commercializing their first product.

For product-focused inventors, Bay State IP assists with the full patent process, beginning with invention disclosures and patentability searches and continuing through Provisional, Utility, and Design patent applications, prosecution, international protection, licensing, and post-grant matters. The firm specifically works with individual inventors and recognizes that patent strategy should support broader business and commercial objectives rather than simply result in a patent filing. The firm also addresses practical early-stage questions faced by inventors, including whether a prototype is necessary before pursuing patent protection.

Founding partner Adam Bruno brings particular experience working directly with inventors and businesses to protect new innovations and brands. His practice includes consumer products and engineering technologies as well as life sciences, and his experience spans both smaller and larger client portfolios, giving him familiarity with the different IP needs businesses and innovators face at various stages of development.

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Client Testimonials

"I recently worked with Adam Bruno at Bay State IP on an intellectual property licensing sale, and I couldn't be more pleased with the experience. From our first conversation, Adam demonstrated a deep understanding of IP transactions and took the time to really understand what I was trying to accomplish.
One thing that impressed me was Adam's responsiveness. He consistently got back to me quickly, which made a real difference when decisions needed to be made on a timeline. But he never rushed me. Instead, he walked me through the various ramifications of different approaches, helping me think through scenarios I hadn't even considered. He was genuinely invested in making sure I understood my options rather than just pushing me toward a quick resolution.
Adam's advice was practical and tailored to my specific situation. He helped me navigate some tricky negotiation points and ultimately reach an outcome that met my goals. His billing was fair and transparent, with no surprises, which I appreciated given that legal costs can sometimes spiral in these kinds of transactions.
If you're looking for an IP attorney who combines technical knowledge with clear communication and a collaborative approach, I highly recommend Adam Bruno and the team at Bay State IP."

Chris

"These guys are the best. I came in with a cool idea and a prototype, and they helped me through everything... trademarks, utility patent, design patent, etc. They're awesome to work with, fairly priced, and their expertise is next-level. I couldn’t have asked for a better team to bring my idea to life. Adam, in particular, will be a huge asset to your team."

Ryan

"We have had an excellent experience working with Bay Street, IP. Their team is knowledgeable, responsive, and thorough, making complex intellectual property matters feel straightforward. They guided us with clear communication and practical solutions, giving us confidence that our brand is well protected. We highly recommend their services to any business looking for reliable IP counsel."

Amy

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