Intellectual Property
Michigan
2 years ranked
Provided by Miller, Canfield, Paddock and Stone, P.L.C.
Intellectual Property – Copyrights; Litigation; Patents; Trade Secrets and Non-Competes; Trademarks and Brands
Robin W. Asher practices intellectual property law, focusing on patent, trademark, copyright and technology transfer matters, as well as intellectual property litigation.
His experience includes administration, strategic development, management and prosecution of global patent and trademark portfolios for numerous Fortune 500 companies; and advising in-house counsel, company management and engineers. He is also experienced in preparation and analysis of patentability, validity and infringement searches and opinions; preparation and prosecution of patent and trademark applications; negotiation and drafting of license agreements, development agreements, non-disclosure agreements, and technology assignments; intellectual property due diligence, freedom to operate opinions and transactional matters; and litigation counseling.
Robin has handled intellectual property matters for a variety of manufacturers and suppliers in the areas of automotive seating and interiors, powertrain components, wiper systems, turbochargers, brake systems, body panels and bumpers, heat exchangers, electric motors, engines, cable controls, air bags and restraints, aerial lifts, automated tarp systems, electric vehicles, battery systems, manufacturing methods and equipment, and robotics.
State Bar of Michigan
Michigan Intellectual Property Law Association
Michigan Inn of Courts
"Intellectual Property" (Co-author), Michigan Business Formbook, Institute for Continuing Education, 1996–present
Detroit College of Law
J.D.
1992
Michigan Technological University
B.S.
1988
Provided by Chambers
Robin Asher frequently assists clients with the development and prosecution of patents and wider portfolio management. He is deputy leader of the intellectual property group at Miller Canfield.
Provided by Chambers
Robin Asher applies practicality to IP issues, which you don't always see in IP lawyers.
Robin clearly lays out our options so we can make a decision.
Robin does a good job for us. He has strong industry knowledge.
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