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Muhammad Siwani, CIPP/US

Registered Patent Attorney

Michigan

248-266-2871

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"I value implementing my knowledge of varying technologies, such as advanced material compositions and automotive innovations, to best support my clients' business interests."

Industries

  • Automotive
  • Industrial Manufacturing
  • Life Science & Medical Device
  • Entrepreneurs & Start Ups
Muhammad Siwani is a skilled registered patent attorney with extensive knowledge in patent prosecution involving a wide range of technologies. Muhammad Siwani focuses his practice on patent prosecution and covers a wide range of technologies from advanced material compositions to automotive innovations. Muhammad as a registered patent attorney is experienced in conducting patent searches, drafting patent applications, writing responses to first through final office actions, and drafting patentability memos for clients. Prior to working at Brooks Kushman, Muhammad gained working experience in the legal department of a multinational Tier 1 automotive supplier in metro Detroit and also worked in the field as an engineer. During this time, he gained valuable experience verifying and validating perception software that gives a vehicle a view of surrounding objects through sensor data fusion. He also spent time as a project manager where he conducted a range of automotive testing for both component and vehicle levels. Muhammad holds a Juris Doctor from the Wayne State University Law School. He also holds an MBA from the Mike Ilitch School of Business and received a Bachelor of Engineering in Materials Science from the University of Michigan.

Education

J.D., Wayne State University Law School

M.B.A., Wayne State University

B.S.E., Materials Science, University of Michigan

Organizations & Affiliations

South Asian Bar Association of Michigan, Communications/Social Media Director

Minds Matter Detroit, Executive Board Member & Active Tutor

Michigan IP Inn of Court

Michigan Intellectual Property Association (MIPLA), Member

Industries

  • Automotive
  • Industrial Manufacturing
  • Life Science & Medical Device
  • Entrepreneurs & Start Ups

Publications

Co-Author, “Navigating the Complexities of Software Patents: Controller Claims and Eligibility,” Brooks Kushman Trending IP Blog, September 2024

Co-Author, “The USPTO’s Proposed Rule on Terminal Disclaimers: A Change from the Status Quo,” Brooks Kushman Trending IP Blog, August 2024

Co-Author, “Redrawing the Obviousness Standard: Graham Factors Overrule Rosen-Durling for Design Patents,” Brooks Kushman Client Alerts, May 2024

Co-Author, “USPTO’s Stance on AI-Assisted Inventions: Human Conception is Key,” Brooks Kushman Trending IP Blog, February 2024

Insights

Blog

From State to Global: Comparing U.S. State Laws to the EU’s Comprehensive Approach

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Navigating AI Compliance: How California’s AB 2013 Reshapes GenAI Operations

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Navigating the Complexities of Software Patents: Controller Claims and Eligibility

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Blog

The USPTO’s Proposed Rule on Terminal Disclaimers: A Change from the Status Quo

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Press Releases

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

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Client Alerts

Redrawing the Obviousness Standard: Graham Factors Overrule Rosen-Durling for Design Patents

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Blog

USPTO’s Stance on AI-Assisted Inventions: Human Conception is Key

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Press Releases

Brooks Kushman Welcomes New Associate Muhammad Siwani

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