Atty. B. Casey Fitzpatrick
Casey Fitzpatrick has extensive experience with patents covering a variety of technologies. He focuses his practice on the preparation and prosecution of patent applications, inter partes review (IPR) proceedings, and patent infringement and invalidity analysis in the context of litigation and opinions of counsel.
Patent Law Attorney · Serving Seattle, WA
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About B. Casey Fitzpatrick at a Glance
B. Casey Fitzpatrick is a ip attorney based in Seattle, Washington, practicing at Christensen O'Connor Johnson Kindness PLLC. Admitted to practice in Oregon, Oregon State Bar and Washington, Washington State Bar Association. Educated at University of Idaho (J.D., 1999) and University of Oregon (B.S., 1995). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Patent Law (2026) and Lawyer of the Year — Patent Law (Seattle) (2025). Serves clients in Seattle, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About B. Casey Fitzpatrick
- Casey Fitzpatrick has extensive experience with patents covering a variety of technologies
- He focuses his practice on the preparation and prosecution of patent applications, inter partes review (IPR) proceedings, and patent infringement and invalidity analysis in the context of litigation and opinions of counsel
- Casey’s technical expertise covers a wide range of computing technologies, including artificial intelligence and machine learning, computer vision, vehicle computer systems (including UAVs and heavy duty trucks), mapping and navigation, messaging and communications software, graphical user interfaces for mobile devices, digital video and audio codecs, digital photography and image processing (including medical imaging), virtual and augmented reality systems, and cosmetics and healthcare applications
- His experience extends to computer hardware and user interface devices, mechanical devices, electrical devices, and manufacturing processes
- Casey also assists clients with issues in other areas of intellectual property law, including trademark law and copyright law
- Casey frequently delivers presentations on intellectual property matters to clients as well as in-house legal departments
- He is a former president and board member of the Washington State Patent Law Association
- Casey is named to the list of Best Lawyers in America and was selected by the publication as a 2025 "Lawyer of the Year" for his work in patent law
Practice Areas Explained
B. Casey Fitzpatrick's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases B. Casey Fitzpatrick handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Seattle.
Intellectual Property in Seattle
IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Seattle
Practicing law in Washington. Legal matters in Washington are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Seattle are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Washington state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Washington brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Washington courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Seattle Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Seattle-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Seattle Choose B. Casey Fitzpatrick
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish B. Casey Fitzpatrick's practice in the field of ip.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Oregon, Oregon State Bar and Washington, Washington State Bar Association, B. Casey Fitzpatrick can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Focused IP Practice
Concentrating on ip means B. Casey Fitzpatrick's knowledge of relevant statutes, case law, and procedural nuances stays current — unlike generalist practices that spread attention across unrelated fields.
Local Presence in Seattle
A Seattle-based practice means B. Casey Fitzpatrick attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues B. Casey Fitzpatrick Handles in Seattle
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