patent + trademark attorney

Rankin, Hill & Clark LLP is an Ohio intellectual property law firm with more than thirty years of experience protecting inventions and brands. The firm combines legal counsel with engineering and scientific expertise, providing patent, trademark, copyright, licensing, and portfolio management services in the United States and internationally.

Larry B. Donovan is a partner in the firm’s Willoughby office. With a Bachelor of Electrical Engineering from Cleveland State University, Larry focuses on assessing technological innovation and identifying opportunities to protect it. His work includes evaluating research and development efforts for patentable subject matter, trade secrets, copyrights, and trademarks, as well as assisting with enforcement and infringement defense.

Larry’s technical experience spans mechanical devices, electronics, digital devices, LED applications, composites, and aviation. He also works with companies in telecommunications, wireless communications, software, artificial intelligence, and autonomous vehicles.

For product businesses, the firm’s broader capabilities include patent preparation and prosecution, patentability and freedom-to-operate opinions, licensing, joint development agreements, and trade secret counseling. Its attorneys coordinate international patent and trademark protection through a network of foreign associates, aligning intellectual property strategy with clients’ business objectives.