CERES Patent & Technology, LLC is a specialized intellectual property law firm based in Wisconsin, offering comprehensive legal services with a focus on patents, trademarks, copyrights, and business strategy. The firm stands out for its client-centered approach, emphasizing long-term business viability through robust intellectual property development and protection.
Led by Principal Attorney Mandy L. Tran, who holds a Juris Doctorate and a Master of Science in Forestry & Wildlife Science, the firm combines legal expertise with technical knowledge in diverse fields such as chemical and food science, industrial design, computer science, and ecology. The practice is dedicated to helping businesses and individuals at all stages—from startups to established companies—build strong intellectual property portfolios that align with their strategic goals.
Services Offered
- Patent attorney services
- Patentability and infringement searches
- Patent application prosecution
- Patent appeal and post-allowance services
- Trademark search and application filing
- Trademark objection proceedings
- Trademark post-allowance concerns
- Copyright consultation and strategy
- Copyright application filing and prosecution
- Copyright post-registration services
- Contract drafting and review (including restrictive covenants, licenses, separation and termination agreements, entertainment and industry agreements, intellectual property transfer agreements, manufacture and distributor agreements)
- Dispute resolution and negotiation (cease and desist negotiations, trademark objections and cancellation proceedings, business dissolution, license negotiation)
- Business strategy and consultation (intellectual property development strategy, portfolio strengthening, business option exploration)
- Legal transaction services
The firm serves clients nationally and is admitted to practice before the United States Patent Bar, the Eastern District of Wisconsin Federal Bar, and the State Bar of Wisconsin. Attorney Tran’s background in both biological sciences and law allows the firm to offer specialized counsel in technology-driven industries.
