Expert Patent Drafting, Illustration and Design

At Wood Herron & Evans, our attorneys are supported by an exceptional in‑house Patent Drafting and Illustration Team – one of the few dedicated teams of its kind in the country. This structure provides our clients with a higher level of security and control over their proprietary information.

With more than 68 years of combined experience, our team offers capabilities that extend well beyond a basic understanding of USPTO drawing standards and regulations. They pair strong artistic ability with advanced mechanical comprehension, applied knowledge of physical principles, and high-level spatial reasoning and analytical thinking skills. This combination allows them to visualize and present every aspect of an invention with accuracy, technical clarity, and simplicity. Together, these capabilities help streamline the patent prosecution process by positioning the team to:

• Work directly with attorneys and inventors during development to offer fast, informed feedback.
• Understand each client’s technology as well as the industry and market context in which it operates.
• Maintain strict confidentiality while delivering high-quality, cost-effective illustrations that add real value for our clients.

In-House Docketing

Wood Herron & Evans attorneys are supported by our in-house Docketing Team.  Notably, our Docketing Team remains in-house to minimize risk of losing valuable IP rights and maximize client value. 

Our Docketing Team has over 73 years combined experience.  They are proficient with US and Foreign intellectual property rules, and are expert in the methodical collection, organization, and management of data – the “science” of keeping intellectual property filings and portfolios in order.  And possess nuanced understanding of laws, patent office regulations, and the individual needs of each IP asset, the “art” of IP filings and portfolio management.