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Empowering Visionaries with Bold Legal Strategies
Innovation requires courage, and protecting that innovation requires a bold legal partner. Bold Patents Law Firm is a modern, forward-thinking intellectual property firm designed to serve the needs of today’s inventors, startups, and entrepreneurs. Established in 2014 by J.D. Houvener, an aerospace engineer turned patent attorney, the firm bridges the gap between technical complexity and legal security. With a nationwide reach and a local presence in Tucson, Bold Patents is dedicated to helping clients turn their visionary concepts into tangible, protected assets that can dominate the market.
Engineer-Led Legal Counsel
What sets Bold Patents apart is the technical background of its team. Founder J.D. Houvener’s experience at Boeing gives him a unique perspective on the engineering challenges inventors face. The firm’s attorneys are not just legal experts; they are often scientists and engineers themselves. This dual expertise allows them to understand the intricacies of complex inventions-whether in aerospace, medical devices, or software-and draft robust patent applications that stand up to scrutiny. They focus on quality over quantity, ensuring that every claim is crafted to provide the broadest possible protection.
- Patent Search and Opinions: Conducting rigorous prior art searches to determine patentability and save clients from costly rejections.
- Provisional Patents: Helping inventors secure an early filing date to establish priority while refining their invention.
- Business Strategy: Advising on how to leverage intellectual property for funding, licensing, and business growth.
- International Protection: Guiding clients through the Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT) process to secure rights globally.
Transparent and Client-Focused
Bold Patents was built to disrupt the traditional law firm model. They prioritize transparency, offering clear communication and predictable pricing structures. The firm operates with an agile mindset, utilizing technology to streamline the patent process and make it more accessible to independent inventors and small businesses. Their mission is to serve the "bold and the brave," providing the same level of sophisticated legal representation that large corporations enjoy, but with the personal attention a startup needs.
We exist for the dreamers and the builders. Our goal is to clear the legal hurdles so you can change the world.
Downtown Tucson Presence
The firm’s Tucson office is located in the prominent 1 South Church Avenue building, placing it in the center of the city’s legal and business community. This location serves as a hub for local innovators to connect with world-class legal talent. Whether you are a student researcher at the University of Arizona or a garage inventor with the next big idea, Bold Patents Law Firm is ready to help you secure your legacy.
Specializing In
Aerospace Patents, Software IP, Medical Devices
Address & Location
1 S Church Ave, Suite 1200, Tucson, AZ 85701
Building Location
Located in the Tucson Electric Power building (UNS Energy), a landmark skyscraper in downtown Tucson.
Suite Access
Suite 1200 is on the 12th floor.
Parking Details
Parking is available in the attached garage or nearby street parking.
Public Transit
Served by the Sun Link Streetcar and downtown bus routes.
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