Profile
Gary R. Jarosik focuses his practice on patent, trademark, and copyright matters, with particular experience in software and business method patents. He brings a wealth of knowledge in managing all stages of the intellectual property lifecycle, from overseeing the invention disclosure process to conducting in-depth novelty and right-to-use searches and preparing detailed legal opinions. Gary has guided clients through the complexities of preparing and prosecuting both U.S. and foreign patent applications, helping them secure critical protections for their innovations. His practice also includes providing strategic infringement analyses, preparing related infringement and validity opinions, and offering comprehensive IP portfolio management to help clients seeking to maximize the value of their intellectual property. With a client-centered approach, Gary ensures that his counsel aligns with each client’s legal objectives, offering practical strategies to safeguard their IP assets in an evolving global marketplace.
Concentrations
- Patent prosecution and portfolio management
- Software and business methodology
- Patent infringement analysis
- Trademarks and copyright
Capabilities
Experience
- Westinghouse Electric Corporation
- Previously worked as an IP attorney for Westinghouse Electric Corporation’s Power Generation Business Unit, and was later promoted to Senior Counsel. Gary managed the entire invention disclosure process, conducted comprehensive novelty and right-to-use searches, and provided detailed legal opinions. Further responsibilities included preparation and prosecution of both U.S. and foreign patent applications, conducted infringement analyses, and prepared infringement and validity opinions. Additionally, he oversaw outside counsel and represented the company’s intellectual property interests in corporate acquisitions and divestitures, ensuring the protection and strategic management of valuable IP assets.
- Honeywell, York
- Served as a Senior Electrical Engineer in the Industrial Controls Division. Gary was responsible for the design and development of hardware, firmware, and software for industrial programmable controllers. His work focused on creating innovative solutions to enhance the performance and reliability of these critical systems.
- North American Philips, Medical Systems Division
- Served as an Engineer, responsible for both hardware and software design in connection with the development of medical imaging devices.
Recognition & Leadership
- Listed, Leading Lawyers Network, 2010-2025
- Listed, IAM magazine, "IAM Patent 1000," Prosecution, 2018-2024
Credentials
- J.D., University of Maryland School of Law
- B.S., Electrical Engineering, Bucknell University
- Illinois
- Maryland
- U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit
- U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Wisconsin
- U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois
- U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
- Supreme Court of the United States