patent + trademark attorney
Feeney Law Group & 52Launch
File your patent and trademark with Feeney Law Group - and bring them to life with 52Launch.
Daniel Sullivan and his team protect great brands and ideas. 52Launch brings them to market.
Together, we guide entrepreneurs from protection to profit.
Leadership Profiles

Daniel Sullivan
Registered Patent Attorney • Director of Chemistry & Mechanical Engineering, Feeney Law Group • Providence, RIDaniel Sullivan is a senior IP and patent attorney at Feeney Law Group and serves as the firm’s Director of Chemistry and Mechanical Engineering. With more than 25 years of patent and trademark experience, including prior work with DuPont and Titleist, he advises clients on patent strategy, prosecution, portfolio management, trademarks, trade secrets, contracts, and startup-related matters, with particular experience in mechanical engineering, materials, consumer goods, and related technologies.

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 Feeney Law Group
Feeney Law Group is an intellectual property firm serving inventors, startups, small businesses, and established companies seeking to protect and commercialize new technologies and products. The firm provides patent, trademark, copyright, licensing, and broader IP strategy services, with an emphasis on personalized guidance and aligning intellectual property decisions with a client’s business objectives.
For entrepreneurs developing physical products, the firm has dedicated capabilities in mechanical, industrial, and systems engineering and assists clients with protecting innovations in these areas. It also handles design patents and works with inventors and product designers seeking protection for the appearance of new products, making its practice relevant to companies developing both the functional and visual elements of consumer products.
Daniel Sullivan helps lead the firm’s work with patents, startups, and small businesses and serves as Director of Chemistry and Mechanical Engineering. His role gives early-stage product companies access to a senior patent attorney within a broader practice that can address patent protection as well as branding, agreements, and other IP issues that arise as a product moves toward market.
Connect with Feeney Law Group →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.
