Brennan C. Swain

Brennan C. Swain offers extensive expertise in patent and trademark law, focusing on prosecution, litigation, and client counseling. Raised in a family of engineers, he gained early exposure to the mechanical arts by working at his father's high-tech industrial coatings company. This hands-on experience with industrial machines and engines provided him with a unique perspective in the field.

Following law school, Brennan began his career as a patent attorney while also working as an engineer at a small high-tech firm. This dual role equipped him with practical industry knowledge that sets him apart from many peers in the legal field.

With more than 20 years of experience, Brennan has drafted and prosecuted over 1,000 patents and applications both in the U.S. and internationally. His established relationships with U.S. Patent Office Examiners often lead to expedited processing from filing to issuance. His litigation experience further aids in securing robust and defensible patents with broad claims.

In addition to his patent work, Brennan is adept in Patent Trial and Appeal Board post-grant proceedings, having successfully completed several Inter Partes Reviews. His trademark expertise encompasses prosecution, opinions, counseling, portfolio management, and handling disputes before the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board of the USPTO.

Beyond his legal career, Brennan gained public recognition as the winner of the first season of 'The Amazing Race' on CBS. He is also an enthusiast of snowboarding, surfing, bicycling, and obstacle course racing.