D. Ward Hobson
D. Ward Hobson practices primarily in the area of intellectual property law and particularly in the area of intellectual property litigation. Ward has represented clients in various state and federal courts regarding patent and trademark disputes and has represented clients in the prosecution of various technologies before the United States Patent and Trademark Office. In addition, he regularly counsels clients regarding the acquisition, development, commercialization, and licensing of intellectual property assets. Ward was selected by attorney peers for inclusion in Oklahoma Super Lawyers–Rising Stars Edition (2010).
Before joining Dunlap Codding, Ward worked with the University of Oklahoma, Office of Technology Development, where he prepared patentability and marketing reports for a variety of inventions disclosed by University researchers. He also worked with i2E (Innovation to Enterprise), where he helped inventors and entrepreneurs turn advanced technologies into successful commercial enterprises.
Education
- University of Oklahoma, J.D., 2007
- Topic Editor, Oklahoma Journal of Law & Technology
- University of Oklahoma, B.S., Microbiology, Chemistry Minor, 2004
Publications
- D. Ward Hobson, Jr., “Reforming the Patent System: A Closer Look at Proposed Legislation,” 3 OKLA. J.L. & Tech. 29 (2006).
Organizations
- American Bar Association, Litigation Section, Pretrial Litigation Committee and Intellectual Property Law Section
- Oklahoma Bar Association, Legislative Monitoring Committee and Intellectual Property Law Section
- Oklahoma County Bar Association
- Federal Bar Association, Intellectual Property Law Section
- Luther Bohanon Inn of Court
Community Involvement
- Delta Upsilon Fraternity Advisory Board
- Oklahoma City Chamber of Commerce
- Norman Chamber of Commerce
- Oklahoma Venture Forum
D. Ward Hobson
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405.607.8600
