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Intersection of IP and Innovation Intellectual Property Strategies for Competitive Advantage

Martensen IP has deep technical expertise and a record of success in all aspects of IP protection.

Barbara Courtney

Attorney

Barbara Courtney specializes in working with technology clients to identify and protect key innovations and from those innovations, create value. Her practice encompasses all aspects of intellectual property law including initial development of patent portfolios, expert assistance to patent litigation teams, preparation of opinions of counsel, and portfolio due diligence in support of Initial Public Offerings (IPOs) and mergers/acquisitions.

A goal of the firm is to provide close, expert support to companies in a cost-effective manner. Each company is different, not just in the kind of product or service it develops, but in its structure, resources and objectives. Barbara strives to bring creative alternative approaches to IP portfolio development and management as a member of the company team.

Lawyer & Electrical Engineer

Barbara began her career as an electrical engineer at Xilinx, Inc. providing her with an in-depth understanding of both the development of patentable IP and the unique business requirements of technology companies. Prior to cofounding her first firm in 2002, Barbara practiced at various Silicon Valley law firms, including Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati and Blakely Sokoloff Taylor & Zafman. She holds a BSEE from San Jose State University and a JD from Santa Clara University. Beyond her affiliation with Martensen IP, Barbara is the founder of Courtney IP Law in Silicon Valley.

Bar Admissions

  • USPTO
  • State Bar of California
  • United States District Court, Northern District of California
  • United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit

Speaking Engagements

  • Panelist: ‘Starting a Law Firm’, information day, Santa Clara University School of Law, 2013
  • Presenter: ‘Intellectual Property 101 for non-US companies’, BlackBox Accelerator, Atherton, CA, 2013

Issued Patents

  • 9,973,579 Method and system for remote management of access to appliances
  • 9,911,065 System and method for processing image data
  • 9,807,287 Variable imaging arrangements and methods therefor
  • 9,703,798 System and method for file sharing and updating
  • 9,686,812 System and method for wireless device pairing
  • 9,479,685 Imaging arrangements and methods therefor
  • 9,213,781 System and method for processing image data
  • 9,152,623 Natural language processing system and method
  • 9,135,578 Secure targeted personal buying/selling method and system
  • 9,106,307 System and method for wireless device pairing
  • 9,100,557 Variable imaging arrangements and methods therefor
  • 9,048,923 System and method for wireless device pairing
  • 9,026,053 System and method for wireless device pairing
  • 8,953,064 Imaging arrangements and methods therefor
  • 8,949,360 Request and response aggregation system and method with request relay
  • 8,866,957 Imaging arrangements and methods therefor
  • 8,856,256 System and method for file sharing and updating
  • 8,726,203 System and method for generating virtual test benches
  • 8,717,489 Variable imaging arrangements and methods therefor
  • 8,706,810 Real-time collaborative document review and transfer method and system
  • 8,698,944 Imaging arrangements and methods therefor
  • 8,648,958 Variable imaging arrangements and methods therefor
  • 8,634,820 System and methods for enabling WiFi hotspot
  • 8,621,217 Method and apparatus for trusted branded email
  • 8,612,325 Automatic authentication and funding method
  • 8,547,475 Imaging arrangements and methods therefor
  • 8,484,133 Secure targeted personal buying/selling method and system
  • 8,395,696 Imaging arrangements and methods therefor
  • 8,358,367 Imaging arrangements and methods therefor
  • 8,358,354 Correction of optical abberations
  • 8,288,200 Semiconductor devices with conductive clips
  • 8,248,515 Variable imaging arrangements and methods therefor
  • 8,243,157 Correction of optical aberrations
  • 8,149,577 Self-cooled thyristor valve
  • 8,138,923 RFID security system and method, including security stamp
  • 8,089,330 Saturated reactor of direct current thyristor valve
  • 8,086,508 Method and apparatus for delegating authority
  • 7,964,933 Integrated circuit including power diode
  • 7,960,209 Semiconductor device assembly process
  • 7,934,109 Low power mode unipolar current/voltage mode interface

Contact Us Today

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We Are Members of:

  • American Intellectual Property Law Association
  • United States Patent and Trademark Office Bar
  • National Contract Management Association
  • American Bar Association
  • National Defense Industrial Association
  • Association of Graduates – US Air Force Academy
  • Military Officers Association of America
  • Colorado Space Business Round Table
  • Denver Economic Development Corporation

Our Intellectual Property Legal Services

Meet Our Team

    It is a real pleasure to work with such professionals.
    “Together we’ve filed for and been awarded several patents throughout the world, with Martensen taking on the vast majority of the preparation workload.”
    - Mik Farley, ICON Aircraft
    Keen ability to target and successfully capture IP concepts for further development.
    “Keen ability to target and successfully capture IP concepts for further development.”
    - David Bruemmer, 5D Robotics
    Extremely well-versed in IP law.
    “Navigated our patent applications from complex technology to award. Mike’s global associates helped inform and execute our global strategy.”
    - Julie Zinn, Spirae
    Equally comfortable engaging technical or business issues and framing them to fit the goals of the company.
    “Trusted counsel who distills complex technology and legal matters into simple terms.”
    - Richard Kinsman, TERSUS
    Mike has the experience and pragmatism to be an invaluable addition to your team.
    “Tremendously useful to get advice from someone who thinks beyond the pure legal calculus and works well with business people.”
    - Jay Jesse, Intelligent Software Solutions
    Martensen IP is an excellent Intellectual Property firm that has assisted on numerous occasions with a variety of topics.
    “Working with them is a pleasure and they are always on top of the various deadlines associated with our IP needs.”
    - Leif Ullman, CEO, KidReports
    Our international patent strategies need smart—and affordable—decisions.
    “We trust you to guide us through these challenging journeys.”
    - Steen Strand, ICON Aircraft
    Respected in courts which is key to any successful transaction.
    “AWESOME GROUP TO WORK WITH! Knows their stuff backward and forwards and doesn't lead you on.”
    - Eric S.
    He was so professional, so respectful, and full of valuable knowledge and wisdom. Wonderful.
    “Above and beyond with their kindness and willingness to speak to you about your situation even before setting up a consultation. This tells me that they have a heart to serve.”
    - Serenity P.

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  • We Maintain A Record of Success in Achieving Patent Coverage
    Every attorney has 20+ years of experience and has drafted and prosecuted hundreds of successful patent applications.
  • We Function At The Intersection Of Business, Law And Technology

    Our experience and knowledge converge at the intersection of intellectual property and government contracting. We are uniquely positioned not just as a provider of technical counsel, but also as part of business advisory teams.

  • We Provide Superior Legal Guidance and Value
    Experience in numerous business and engineering disciplines creates a knowledge base that makes it possible for our attorneys to assist clients in situations where IP legal advice only makes sense if placed within the context of a client’s complete business strategy.
  • We Develop Strategies to Enhance Competitive Advantage
    We come up with great IP strategies to enhance our client’s competitive advantage but recognize that the technology will change, the environment will change, the competition will change and so will our plan; we’re ready.
  • We Understand Technology & How To Protect Your IP
    Clients benefit from the collective background of our intellectual property attorneys, which includes scientific and engineering expertise, large law firm experience and prior contracting experience with the U.S. Department of Defense.

Client Case Studies