Scott D. Paul is an experienced patent attorney whose career spans more than twenty-five years of guiding clients through every stage of the patent process. He has built a reputation for delivering results in complex and high-volume matters, prosecuting over two thousand U.S. patent applications, drafting more than six hundred applications, and filing over one thousand appeal briefs before the Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB). His work has directly contributed to the growth and protection of patent portfolios that define global corporations, while also helping individual inventors secure critical rights for breakthrough technologies.
Scott’s practice bridges the technical and legal worlds with ease. Drawing on his degree in materials and mechanical engineering and his early career as an engineer with Pratt & Whitney, Scott is able to engage with inventors at a granular technical level. This foundation has allowed him to work seamlessly across industries such as semiconductors, computer technology, artificial intelligence, medical devices, robotics, extended and augmented reality systems, and advanced manufacturing. Clients appreciate his ability to distill highly complex concepts into persuasive legal arguments that withstand the scrutiny of patent examiners, the PTAB, and the Federal Circuit.
A hallmark of Scott’s practice is his tenacity. Colleagues describe his approach as bulldog-like, marked by persistence and an unwavering focus on achieving the best outcome possible. He thrives on the challenge of overcoming obstacles in prosecution and appeals, whether it means reversing examiner rejections, preserving high-value claims, or advancing strategies that align legal protection with a client’s broader business objectives.
Scott has successfully argued before the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit, including the influential case In re Distefano, where he obtained a decision vacating the Board’s rejection of claims under the Printed Matter Doctrine. He has also represented major technology companies in PTAB proceedings, including defending LinkedIn’s patent rights in LinkedIn v. Distefano Patent Trust III. These victories underscore his ability to advocate effectively at the highest levels of patent adjudication.
While most of his career has been devoted to representing large multinational corporations, Scott also counsels startups and individual inventors. Regardless of client size, he brings the same focus, rigor, and commitment to ensuring that innovative ideas are protected and positioned for long-term value.
outside the office
Outside of his legal practice, Scott enjoys skiing with his son and daughter, playing tennis, and spending time outdoors. He is also an avid gardener and finds balance in cultivating and maintaining his own landscapes.