
Michael L. Roby
Partner
Mr. Roby practices in all areas of intellectual property law, including preparation and prosecution of patent, trademark, and copyright applications. He has particular expertise in preparing and prosecuting patent applications in software and electrical engineering technology areas, including machine learning and neural networks, augmented reality, cryptography, blockchain, sensors and sensing systems, battery systems, and automotive software and systems.
Mr. Roby is a member of the bar of the State of Indiana, and is registered to practice before the United States Patent and Trademark Office. He received a B.S. in Electrical Engineering from Purdue University, where he was also awarded the Grainger Power Engineering Award. He received his J.D. from The University of New Hampshire School of Law. Prior to law school, Mr. Roby spent multiple summers as an intern at an engineering startup in Indiana, where he wrote software. Additionally, during law school, he was an extern at the United States Patent and Trademark Office, where he assisted in the examination of patent applications.
Education
- B.S. Electrical Engineering, Purdue University – 2011
- J.D. University of New Hampshire School of Law – 2014
Professional Memberships
- Admitted to Indiana State Bar – 2014
- Registered to Practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office – 2011
Professional Association Committees/Activity
- Chair of the Intellectual Property Section – Indiana State Bar Association – 2023-2024