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Abha Fadipe

Electrical/Software Patent Prosecution

Michigan

248-226-2919

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"I thrive on being able to engage with my clients, from the in-house counsel to the technical experts, to understand my clients’ vision for next generation products and their position in the marketplace. By understanding my clients’ goals, I craft and build IP protection around their technologies for tomorrow and years to come."

Practice Areas

Industries

  • Autonomous and Mobility Technology
  • Consumer Products
  • Electrical & Computer Technology
  • Automotive
Abha Fadipe is an experienced patent attorney that is passionate about working with clients on new and innovative technologies. Abha focuses her practice on domestic and foreign patent preparation and patent prosecution in the electrical and computer technologies. She is experienced in a variety of technology areas including thermal systems, 5G-antenna systems, electric drive systems, electric power systems, vehicle-to-vehicle communication, and advanced manufacturing technologies. Abha brings a client-focused approach to her practice and works closely with her clients to create patent strategies to fit their business needs. She conducts ideation sessions with clients’ technical specialists, actively monitors the patent landscape in key technological areas, and assists clients in developing patent portfolio strategies. Abha also held positions as an in-house counsel where she gained invaluable insight into patent portfolio management, especially with respect to foreign holdings. She has in-depth experience in consulting with international counsel, especially in Japan, China, Germany and across Europe, on how to respond to actions by foreign patent offices to provide a comprehensive international portfolio. Prior to entering the legal profession, Abha was a product engineer for over three years at a tier-1 automotive supplier. Abha holds a Juris Doctorate, as well as Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Electrical Engineering, all from Wayne State University (WSU). During law school, Abha served as president of the intellectual property student organization, served on the WSU law school student council, and co-chaired the yearly WSU Law School silent auction fundraiser. On her personal time, she enjoys cooking as she aims to perfect Indian dishes she grew up on and enjoys being silly with her kids including making up new songs and negotiating everything from what’s for breakfast and bedtime.

Education

J.D., Wayne State University

M.S., Electrical Enginering, Wayne State University

B.S. Electrical Engineering, Wayne State University

Organizations & Affiliations

South Asian Bar Association of Michigan, Secretary

Leadership Council on Legal Diversity (LCLD), 2024 Fellow & 2024-2025 Law School Mentor

State Bar of Michigan – Intellectual Property Law Section, Council Member

State Bar of Michigan

Michigan Intellectual Property Association (MIPLA), Member

Industries

  • Autonomous and Mobility Technology
  • Consumer Products
  • Electrical & Computer Technology
  • Automotive

Insights

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Attorney Abha Fadipe to Attend the LCLD Fellows Learning Experience

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Brooks Kushman Attorneys Isheeta Patel Laxmanan, Abha Fadipe, and Muhammad Siwani Named to SABA Michigan Board

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Brooks Kushman Shareholder Abha Fadipe to Join the State Bar of Michigan Intellectual Property Law Section Board

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Abha Fadipe Chosen as 2024 LCLD Fellow; Marla Spain, Ph.D. and Francesca Cusumano Appointed to Pathfinder Program

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Brooks Kushman Welcomes Attorney Abha Fadipe

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