Quantum, Optics & Semiconductors

Quantum technologies, semiconductor innovations, and optical devices are driving significant advancements across computing, communications, sensing, artificial intelligence, and other cutting-edge industries. MBHB’s attorneys combine deep technical knowledge in these fields with extensive intellectual property experience to help clients protect and maximize the value of their innovations.

Leadership

Andrew H. Velzen
Velzen is co-Chair of the Quantum, Optics, and Semiconductors Practice Group. He is also a member of the firm's Artificial Intelligence, Patent Portfolio Management, and Patent Prosecution practice groups.
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Aaron V. Gin
, Ph.D.
Gin is co-Chair of the Quantum, Optics, and Semiconductors Practice Group. He is also a member of the firm's Artificial Intelligence, Patent Portfolio Management, and Patent Prosecution practice groups.
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Andrew H. Velzen
Velzen is co-Chair of the Quantum, Optics, and Semiconductors Practice Group. He is also a member of the firm's Artificial Intelligence, Patent Portfolio Management, and Patent Prosecution practice groups.
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Aaron V. Gin
, Ph.D.
Gin is co-Chair of the Quantum, Optics, and Semiconductors Practice Group. He is also a member of the firm's Artificial Intelligence, Patent Portfolio Management, and Patent Prosecution practice groups.
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Support Innovation With Expert IP Counsel

The rapid development of quantum and semiconductor technologies presents unique challenges for companies seeking to protect and commercialize their innovations. Our attorneys draw on deep technical backgrounds to work closely with engineers, scientists, researchers, and entrepreneurs to identify and target the aspects of an innovation that may provide meaningful IP value.

Based in Chicago, an increasingly active hub for quantum technology and innovation, MBHB is connected to a growing network of researchers, universities, and technology companies working in these fields. By combining technical understanding with practical IP experience, MBHB helps clients develop and protect IP portfolios that support innovation and long-term business success.

Access Technical Knowledge and Practical IP Experience

MBHB’s client counsel is rooted in the scientific and engineering backgrounds of its practitioners. The MBHB team includes attorneys and patent agents with advanced degrees and technical expertise in fields directly relevant to quantum computing, optics, and semiconductors. Our practitioners’ research experience from graduate and professional work spans quantum, photonics and optics, semiconductor devices, materials science, and more.

Nearly 50% of MBHB’s practitioners hold Ph.D.s or other advanced degrees, with backgrounds in a variety of technical fields, including electrical engineering, physics, computer science, and mathematics. This experience allows our team to engage directly with inventors and researchers and understand the science and engineering behind complex technologies.

Our attorneys work closely with startups, universities, research institutions, government contractors, and Fortune 100 companies on technologies including semiconductor design and fabrication, quantum computing and sensing, photonics, optics, lasers, lidar, radar, electromagnetics, nanotechnology, and related electronic and computing technologies. We <span data-contrast=”auto”>draft patent applications on foundational quantum innovations and participate in licensing negotiations related to semiconductors and nanotechnology. We also help clients navigate joint research relationships.</span>

Secure and Enforce IP Rights Across the Technology Lifecycle

We support clients throughout the lifecycle of their technologies, from early-stage research and development through commercialization. This work includes preparing and prosecuting U.S. and foreign patent applications, and counseling clients on patentability, validity, infringement, and licensing. We also develop and manage patent portfolios, conduct freedom-to-operate and competitive landscape analyses, and provide strategic guidance regarding IP procurement, protection, and enforcement.

Drawing on our rich technical and legal expertise, we translate complex technical concepts into practical IP strategies, helping inventors in quantum, optics, and semiconductors protect their innovations and pursue their business objectives.

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