Patent & Trademark Attorneys
An optimized
approach to IP
Proactive counsel focused on protecting what sets your business apart.
Who We Are
A boutique intellectual property firm
Willard Quinn is a boutique intellectual property law firm based in Ada, Michigan. We work with businesses, inventors, and in-house counsel, providing patent and trademark services with a proactive, value-centric approach.
Meet our teamWhat We Do
Secure IP. Maximize its value.
Patents
Patent preparation and prosecution, portfolio value optimization, competitive risk mitigation, and enforcement and licensing.
Explore patent servicesTrademarks
Trademark clearance and registration, portfolio assessment and strategic expansion, brand usage guidance, and enforcement, defense, and licensing.
Explore trademark servicesHow We Do It
Proactive service every step of the way
Build meaningful protection
We work with you to secure patent and trademark protection aligned with your products, brands, and business goals.
Leverage competitive intelligence
During patent prosecution, we track competitor developments to inform claim strategy and continuation decisions that strengthen the portfolio’s competitive position.
Optimize IP usage
As part of our workflow, we handle virtual patent marking and regularly audit trademark usage on behalf of our clients to maximize the value of their IP investments.
Uncover existing value
The Willard Quinn Externship Program reveals the value of existing IP by identifying potential licensing opportunities through portfolio analysis and competitor research.
Client Experience
What our clients say
When I took over IP at Bradford White, my goal was to expand our patent portfolio and strengthen our position in a highly competitive market. The attorneys at Willard Quinn have been a trusted partner in achieving that objective from day one.
Their willingness to learn our technology, understand our business priorities, and adapt to our needs has set them apart from other firms I’ve worked with.
A Signature Willard Quinn Program
The Willard Quinn
Externship Program
Reveal the potential in your existing IP.
Through portfolio analysis and competitor research, the program helps companies identify potential licensing opportunities. Law students conduct the research under our attorneys' supervision and present their findings to in-house counsel.
Participating companies receive the analysis at no cost.
Let’s Talk
What’s next for your IP?
Tell us about an invention, a brand, or an existing portfolio. Let’s discuss how we can help.