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patent + trademark attorney
Van Court & Aldridge LLP & 52Launch
File your patent and trademark with Van Court & Aldridge LLP - and bring them to life with 52Launch.
Jeffrey Aldridge and the Van Court & Aldridge LLP team protects great brands and ideas. 52Launch brings them to market.
Together, we guide entrepreneurs from protection to profit.
Leadership Profiles
Jeffrey Aldridge
Registered Patent Attorney • Partner • Van Court & Aldridge LLP • New York City, NYJeff Aldridge‘s practice primarily focuses on patent prosecution, where he works with clients on all aspects of domestic and foreign patent prosecution and patent portfolio development in the areas of electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, and computer science. He has also performed patent infringement and invalidity evaluations and due diligence investigations with regard to intellectual property.
Peter Drakulich
Founder • 52 LaunchProduct 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 Van Court & Aldridge LLP
Jeff Aldridge‘s practice primarily focuses on patent prosecution, where he works with clients on all aspects of domestic and foreign patent prosecution and patent portfolio development in the areas of electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, computer science, and business methods. He has also performed patent infringement and invalidity evaluations and due diligence investigations with regard to intellectual property.
Throughout his career, Jeff has advised clients ranging from large multinational corporations to small start-ups. In particular, Jeff has assisted in the management and/or development of several large patent portfolios, some containing well over 1,000 U.S. and foreign patent applications. He has also personally written and/or prosecuted well over 500 patent applications in the electrical arts (e.g., satellite radio, battery cells, programmable gate arrays, and biometric sensors), software arts (e.g., art application suites, UIs for communication applications, and sensor control of UIs), mechanical arts (e.g., medical devices, accessories such as earbuds and cables, and input mechanisms such as switches and buttons), business arts (e.g., online auctions, ticketing, and derivative trading), data processing, and artificial intelligence.
Admissions:
State Courts of New York
State Courts of Pennsylvania
United States Patent and Trademark Office
Education:
Fordham University School of Law, Juris Doctor, 2006
University of Pennsylvania, B.S.E. – Electrical Engineering, 2001
Connect with Van Court & Aldridge LLP →5 Things to Know Before Working with a Patent Attorney and Bringing Your Product to Life
1. File Early - The First-to-File System is Critical
The US operates on a first-to-file system, meaning whoever files first gets priority rights. In competitive fields where multiple innovators might be solving the same problem, filing as early as possible becomes crucial for securing your invention rights.
2. Avoid Public Disclosure Traps
You have only 1 year from any public disclosure to file your patent application, or you lose your rights forever. Be extremely careful about presentations, publications, or detailed discussions without NDAs - even university presentations can invalidate your patent rights.
3. Provisional Applications Must Be Detailed
Many inventors underestimate provisional applications, but inadequate descriptions can lead to loss of priority rights. Be as detailed as possible - if you don't adequately describe your invention, you're not entitled to the filing date as your invention date.
4. Understand the 18 to 24 Month Timeline
Expect your first patent office response 18 to 24 months after filing. Rejections are normal: over 90% of applications receive initial rejections. Plan for multiple rounds of responses and amendments during prosecution.
5. Align Patent Strategy with Business Strategy
File patents on innovations that create competitive moats, not just any invention. Focus on high-leverage opportunities that add real value to your company: each patent should be a strategic asset that supports your core value proposition and fundraising goals.
Why Work with a Patent Attorney and 52 Launch?
Comprehensive patent protection guarantees ownership of your idea and seals your competitive advantage in the market
Leverage the 52Launch team's expertise to transform your protected ideas into products that sell while you sleep
Your idea needs to be both protected and commercialized. By working with a trusted patent attorney and 52Launch you'll unlock a team that can do both.
From early stage idea to product on shelves, we'll be there every step of the way to build a business around your product.
Products Patented and Developed
Eggmazing Egg Decorator
Transformed a rough 3D model into a patented spinning Easter egg decorator. Overcame complex geometry and electronics challenges to achieve mass production. Result: Over 55 million units sold, featured on CBS, Today Show, USA Today, and in Kardashian Easter celebrations.
KlockItGolf
Evolved a homemade prototype (dog leash stake + rope + golf ball) into a professional golf training device. Developed proprietary core technology ensuring the ball stays permanently attached during intense club impacts while maintaining authentic golf ball appearance.
lava lunch
Created for a mother whose children had severe food allergies, this insulated lunch bag with microwavable heat packs keeps food warm for 5 hours. Overcame complex manufacturing challenges by coordinating multiple suppliers for bags, heat packs, and assembly.