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Howard I. Sobelman

Howard I. Sobelman

Partner| Phoenix

Howard Sobelman's practice is concentrated in intellectual property law, including patents, copyrights, trademarks, trade secrets, licensing and due diligence. His practice includes blockchain technologies, big data, software, hardware, internet, business methods, aerospace, solar tracking, financial services, financial planning, insurance products, medical products, mechanical, biotechnology, fiber optics, holography, and various other technologies. In addition, Howard has worked with a number of clients to develop creative global protection strategies.

Education

  • Arizona State University, College of Law (J.D., 1993)
  • University of Arizona (B.S., Engineering Physics, magna cum laude, 1989)

Professional Memberships and Activities

  • State Bar of Arizona
    • Intellectual Property Section
  • Maricopa County Bar Association
  • American Bar Association

Representative Presentations and Publications

  • "Blockchain Technology and Patenting Overview," Co-Presenter (November 6, 2017)

Professional Recognition and Awards

  • Certified Licensing Professional (CLP)
  • Peer Review Rated AV Preeminent, Martindale-Hubbell®
  • IP Stars, Managing Intellectual Property Magazine (2015-2018)
  • The Best Lawyers in America®, Copyright Law, Patent Law, Trademark Law (2012-2018); Intellectual Property Litigation (2014-2018); Intellectual Property Law (2008-2011)
    • Phoenix Lawyer of the Year, Patent Law (2016)
    • Phoenix Lawyer of the Year, Intellectual Property Litigation (2015)
    • Phoenix Lawyer of the Year, Copyright Law (2014)
    • Phoenix Lawyer of the Year, Patent Law (2013)
  • The Best Lawyers in America®, Business Edition, Intellectual Property Law (2012)
  • Southwest Super Lawyers®, Intellectual Property (2007-2016)
  • Super Lawyers®, Intellectual Property - Business Edition (2011)
  • Super Lawyers®, Intellectual Property - Corporate Counsel Edition (2008-2010)
  • Ranking Arizona: The Best of Arizona Attorneys, Intellectual Property Law (2010-2011)
  • Arizona's Top Lawyers, AzBusiness Magazine (2010)
  • Forty Under 40, Phoenix Business Journal (2004)
  • Outstanding Volunteer Award, Arizona State University Homeless Legal Assistance Project

Community Involvement

  • Southwest Autism Research and Resource Center, Board (2005-present), Board Chair (2008-2015)
  • CASS Homeless Shelter, Board Member (2000-2005)
  • Trial Court Appointment Commission Selection Committee
  • Homeless Legal Assistance Project, Board of Directors (1993-1999), Chair (1998-1999)
  • University of Arizona, Legislative Liaison
  • Pappas School for Homeless Children
  • Habitat for Humanity, Volunteer
  • St. Vincent DePaul Food Bank, Volunteer
  • Arizona Autism Society
  • Vista Monterey Homeowners Association, Board President

Other Professional Experience

  • Jones, Skelton and Hochuli, Attorney, Phoenix, AZ (1994-1995)
  • Lewis and Roca, Legal Analyst, Phoenix, AZ (1993)
  • Arizona State Senate, Legal Intern, Phoenix, AZ (Spring 1993)
  • United States Congress, Legal Intern, Washington, DC (Summer 1992)
  • General Electric Medical Systems, Diagnostic Imaging Representative, Dallas, Milwaukee, Los Angeles (1989-1991)
  • Pima County Public Defender, Legal Investigator, Tucson, AZ (Summer 1988)
  • Honeywell, Inc., Fiber Optics Researcher, Phoenix, AZ (Summer 1987)

Bar Admissions

  • Arizona
  • United States Patent and Trademark Office

Court Admissions

  • Supreme Court of Arizona
  • United States District Court, District of Arizona