About Andrew Rapacke, JD is a Patent Agent and heads up USPatentsNMore. Here is his LinkedIn profile Registered Patent Agent | Foreign Patents | Patent Ghostwriting | Intellectual Property | US Patents www.linkedin.com/in/andrewrapackepatents

1. Andrew Rapacke, J.D.
Registered Patent Agent | Foreign Patents | Patent Ghostwriting | Intellectual Property | US Patents
Skills & Expertise
Registered Patent Attorney
Patentability
Intellectual Property Infringement
US Patent
Patent Applications
patent ghostwriting
ghostwriting patent applications
Patents
Patent Prosecution
Intellectual Property
Legal Writing
Drafting patent applications
Intellectual Property Issues
Intellectual Property Valuation
Legal Research
Military Experience
Military
Military Operations
Operational Planning
Command
Security Clearance
Patent Searching
Patent Litigation
Litigation Support
Leadership
National Security
Systems Engineering
Defense
Intelligence Analysis
DoD
Dispute Resolution
Client Counseling
Unfair Competition
Strategic Consulting
Medical Technology
Medical Devices
Arbitration
Contract Negotiation
Ghostwriting
Patent Drafting
mechanical patents
electric patents
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2. Summary
I am a Registered Patent Agent pending admission to the Florida Bar at Christopher Weiss Attorney at Law,
P.A.I work primarily in the electrical/ electronic, and mechanical arenas of Patent law. I have experience in
patent prosecution, prior art searches, Office Action Amendments, client counseling and advising from start-ups
to large companies. Please let me know how I can help!
BACKGROUND:
Prior to attending Florida State University I was an Engineering Officer in the United States Navy working with
electrical and mechanical systems aboard naval warships. As an Engineering Officer I qualified as Engineering
Officer of the Watch, by demonstrating proficiency in engineering systems and applications. As an officer I led
a division of twenty sailors in the maintenance and operation of electrical/auxiliary engineering systems.
While attending the Florida State University College of Law, I worked at Ausley McMullen P.A. (Tallahassee,
FL), Smith, Gambrell & Russell L.L.P. (Jacksonville, FL) as a summer associate, and clerked for the Honorable
Kevin Carroll, Circuit Judge, Second Judicial Circuit of Florida.
Education
University of South Florida
Master of Science (MS), Electrical and Electronics Engineering, 2014 - 2016
Activities and Societies: Electrical Engineering, Semiconductors, Digital Signal Processing, Wireless
Communications.
Florida State University College of Law
Doctor of Law (J.D.), 2012 - 2013
Activities and Societies: Distinguished Pro Bono Service Award, United States Patent and Trademark Office,
Journal of Transnational Law and Policy, Phi Delta Phi Legal Honors Fraternity
United States Naval Academy
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), History, Japanese, Engineering Core Courses, 2002 - 2006
Activities and Societies: Regimental Physical Mission Officer, Company Operations Officer,
Japanese-American Club
Valley Forge Military Academy & College
Engineering, 1999 - 2001
Activities and Societies: ARMY ROTC (MS I & II), Engineering Club
Languages
English (Native or bilingual proficiency)
Japanese (Professional working proficiency)
Experience
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3. Registered Patent Agent at Christopher Weiss Attorney at Law, P.A.
September 2014 - Present (4 months)
Prepare and prosecute utility and design applications, draft and file Office Action amendments, draft
patentability opinions, and counsel clients on all aspects of Patent law.
As a Registered Patent Agent, I help my clients:
1. Provisional and non-provisional patent application preparation and prosecution.
2. Patent searches and patentability determinations
3. Client/Inventor consulting
3. Office Action Amendments and USPTO responses
4. Assignment recording and filing
When Patent Ghostwriting, I help my clients:
1. Patent Application Drafting
2. Office Action response drafting and filing
3. Prior Art Searches and patentability opinions
Naval Officer at US Navy Reserve
October 2011 - Present (3 years 3 months)
I am currently a Navy Reserve Officer serving as a Department Head by counseling command leadership on
all legal, medical, and admin issues and offering prospective solutions. I help facilitate long range
organizational goals and utilize teamwork to maintain operational readiness for a command of 35 sailors.
Registered Patent Agent at Christopher & Weisberg, P.A.
April 2014 - September 2014 (6 months)
Prior Art Searches, Patentability, Office Action Amendments, Patent Prosecution, Patent Litigation.
1 recommendation available upon request
Patent Agent at Hollimon, P.A.
January 2014 - March 2014 (3 months)
As a registered Patent Agent, I assist the senior attorney with drafting and filing patent applications,
conducting prior art searches, and researching intellectual property issues.
Law Clerk at Ausley & McMullen
August 2012 - September 2013 (1 year 2 months)
Conducted legal research, and wrote legal memorandum for general civil litigation firm. I assisted
Intellectual Property attorney on potential copyright infringement actions, conducted prior art searches for
trademark applications, and attended client meetings.
2 recommendations available upon request
Summer Associate at Smith, Gambrell & Russell, LLP
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4. May 2013 - July 2013 (3 months)
As a Summer Associate I specialized in the litigation practice group. There I worked closely with the
Washington D.C office assisting in Patent Litigation/Prosecution by reviewing and drafting claims,
conducting legal research on potential infringement issues, e-discovery, and legal writing. I assisted the
Jacksonville Intellectual Property attorney with copyright infringement and trademark application issues.
Judicial Law Clerk at Honorable Kevin Carroll, Circuit Judge, Second Judicial Circuit of Florida
July 2012 - August 2012 (2 months)
Conducted legal research, drafted jury instructions, reviewed foreclosure cases, and prepared legal documents
for the Honorable Kevin Carroll, Circuit Judge, Second Judicial Circuit of Florida.
Lieutenant, USN at United States Navy
June 2006 - February 2012 (5 years 9 months)
Engineering Officer specializing in auxiliary and electrical systems. I led a division of twenty sailors in all
aspects of auxiliary and electrical maintenance and trouble shooting.
Organizations
US Naval Academy Blue and Gold Officer
BGO
June 2014 to Present
BGOs assist prospective candidates through the rigorous admissions process as trusted agents of the US
Naval Academy Admissions Office. In addition to interviewing all prospective candidates, BGOs assist with
college fairs, military nights, and other promotional activities for which USNA seeks to reach out to
prospective candidates
American Intellectual Property Law Association
Member
September 2013 to Present
American Bar Association
Intellectual Property Section Member, Science and Technology Law Member
March 2013 to Present
Interests
Intellectual property litigation, US Patents, Foreign Patents, Patent Ghostwriting, Intellectual Property
Certifications
Incident Command System (ICS-300)
Federal Emergency Management Agency/ U.S. Navy August 2013
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5. Projects
FAN•NY SEAT™ Multipurpose Seat Cushion
October 2001 to Present
Members:Andrew Rapacke, J.D., Becky Lucid
FAN•NY SEAT™ is a new style of seat cushion.
Volunteer Experience
Rotary Exchange Student at Rotary International
August 1997 - August 1998 (1 year 1 month)
Attended Japanese High School for one year (97-98). Presented Rotary Clubs throughout Ishikawa
Prefecture with cultural projects and current events in Japanese..
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6. Andrew Rapacke, J.D.
Registered Patent Agent | Foreign Patents | Patent Ghostwriting | Intellectual Property | US Patents
3 people have recommended Andrew
"It’s rare that you come across standout talent like Andrew. I had the pleasure of meeting Andrew over lunch,
and our relationship was quickly established. I was particularly impressed by Andrews current & extensive
knowledge regarding patent law."
— Kyle Michaud, was with another company when working with Andrew
"During our time together as law clerks at Ausley & McMullen I got to know Andy as a very hardworking
colleague. His military background has caused him to be quite detail-oriented while also being able to see the
big picture. Furthermore, his engineering background makes him an especially good fit for firms that do
patent or other IP work."
— Richard Rivera, Law Clerk, Ausley & McMullen, worked directly with Andrew at Ausley & McMullen
"Andrew is a highly motivated individual with strong written and verbal communication skills. He handled a
number of complex legal research projects for the firm over the past year and did so in an efficient manner.
Firms looking for a self -starter should give him consideration."
— Richard Doran, Shareholder, Ausley McMullen P.A., managed Andrew at Ausley & McMullen
Contact Andrew on LinkedIn
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