Atty. Scott Simmonds
As a leader, Scott serves on the firm’s management committee and as a member of the firm's IT Oversight Committee. As a practitioner, Scott prepares and prosecutes patent applications through the U.S.
Patent Law Attorney · Serving Indianapolis, IN
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About Scott Simmonds at a Glance
Scott Simmonds is a ip attorney based in Indianapolis, Indiana, practicing at Barnes & Thornburg LLP. Educated at Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law (JD, 2004) and University of Cincinnati (MBA, 1995). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Patent Law (2026). Serves clients in Indianapolis, IN and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Scott Simmonds
- As a leader, Scott serves on the firm’s management committee and as a member of the firm's IT Oversight Committee
- As a practitioner, Scott prepares and prosecutes patent applications through the U.S
- Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) and counsels clients on the protection and development of IP
- Scott is known for his experience in creating the strategies his clients need to succeed in their respective markets
- Having been involved in patent portfolio development and management for a wide range of businesses, Scott knows how to tap the right resources for those he serves
- Scott works directly with inventors, executives and in-house counsel to cultivate the novel and often highly specific differentiators of a given technology or innovation in an effort to increase the value of his client’s patent portfolio
- He is also regularly involved in negotiating licensing agreements, conducting freedom to operate analyses, and providing due diligence support for mergers and acquisitions
- Clients and colleagues alike appreciate Scott’s ability to frame their critical IP assets within their bigger picture objectives
- Scott joined the firm after spending more than a decade as an engineer working in the design and manufacture of medical devices and patient-handling equipment
- As a result, he offers multidimensional business experience that ranges from planning and development to budgeting and staffing
- His business experience and education help him to understand client concerns from their distinct perspective
Practice Areas Explained
Scott Simmonds's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Scott Simmonds handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Indianapolis.
Intellectual Property in Indianapolis
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 Indianapolis
Practicing law in Indiana. Legal matters in Indiana are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Indianapolis are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Indiana state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Indiana 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 Indiana courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Indianapolis Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Indianapolis-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 Indianapolis Choose Scott Simmonds
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 Scott Simmonds's practice in the field of ip.
Focused IP Practice
Concentrating on ip means Scott Simmonds's knowledge of relevant statutes, case law, and procedural nuances stays current — unlike generalist practices that spread attention across unrelated fields.
Local Presence in Indianapolis
A Indianapolis-based practice means Scott Simmonds attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Scott Simmonds Handles in Indianapolis
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Scott Simmonds has experience with under Indiana law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Scott Simmonds directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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