About Raul

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If you're here, someone likely told you about Raul. His practice is built almost entirely through long-standing client relationships and referrals.

Raul represents individuals, startups, and established companies in U.S. and international patent and trademark matters across a wide range of technologies. Every client receives the same thoughtful guidance, direct attorney access, and practical advice tailored to their specific objectives.

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Education & Admissions

Engineering

B.S. Engineering, 1997
Harvey Mudd College

Broad engineering curriculum with coursework spanning signals & systems, electrical, mechanical, chemical, and materials engineering.

Law

Juris Doctor, 2000

University of Utah
College of Law

Admitted to Practice

State Bar of California, 2000

U.S. Patent & Trademark Office, 2000

U.S. District Court, Central District of California, 2000

Legal Experience

Raul began his legal career at one of the country's leading IP law firms, representing Fortune 100 companies and working alongside sophisticated in-house legal and engineering teams. After nearly two decades, he founded his own firm to provide that same quality of representation in a more direct and personal way. Clients work directly with Raul throughout the engagement, ensuring every matter benefits from his experience, judgment, and practical approach to intellectual property strategy.

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Engineering Background

Before law school, Raul studied engineering at Harvey Mudd College — one of the country's most rigorous technical institutions. His coursework spanned electrical, mechanical, chemical, and materials disciplines. When clients describe their inventions, he engages directly with the underlying technology, allowing technical discussions to begin at a deeper level and intellectual property strategies to be built from there.

Signals & Systems

Electrical

Mechanical

Chemical

Materials

What To Expect

What To Expect

Every intellectual property matter is different. Raul's approach is shaped by your objectives and the role intellectual property will play in helping you achieve them.

Every intellectual property matter is different. Raul's approach is shaped by your objectives and the role intellectual property will play in helping you achieve them.

Will I work directly with Raul?

Yes. Clients work directly with Raul throughout the engagement, allowing every matter to benefit from more than 25 years of intellectual property experience and advice tailored to the client's specific goals and priorities.

How does Raul approach patent prosecution?

What types of clients does Raul represent?

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Your Idea, At The Center

The next step is a conversation. Raul will provide practical guidance, a candid assessment of your options, and recommendations tailored to your objectives.

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Your Idea, At The Center

The next step is a conversation. Raul will provide practical guidance, a candid assessment of your options, and recommendations tailored to your objectives.

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Your Idea, At The Center

The next step is a conversation. Raul will provide practical guidance, a candid assessment of your options, and recommendations tailored to your objectives.