Iowa Patent Attorney (Gregory G. Williams) – Cedar Rapids, IA

Turning Ideas into Assets with Technical Precision

Iowa Patent Attorney is the dedicated intellectual property practice of Gregory G. Williams, a highly experienced Member at Simmons Perrine Moyer Bergman PLC. Based in Cedar Rapids, Greg Williams brings a unique blend of legal acumen and technical expertise to the table. Before entering private practice, he spent over a decade as in-house Patent Counsel for Rockwell Collins, one of the world’s leading aerospace and avionics companies. This corporate background gives him an insider’s understanding of how businesses evaluate, protect, and monetize their innovations. With an undergraduate degree in Physics and an MBA, Greg speaks the language of engineers and scientists, allowing him to draft patent applications that are technically accurate and legally robust. He represents individual inventors, startups, and large corporations in securing their competitive advantage in the marketplace.

Comprehensive IP Services

The practice focuses on the full lifecycle of intellectual property protection:

• Patent Prosecution: Drafting and filing utility and design patent applications with the USPTO in fields ranging from electronics and software to mechanical devices and optics.
• Trademark Registration: Helping businesses select strong brand names and protecting them from infringement through federal registration.
• IP Litigation: Representing clients in disputes over patent infringement, trade secrets, and copyright violations in federal court.
• Licensing & Technology Transfer: Negotiating agreements to help clients monetize their inventions or acquire necessary technology.
• Startups: Advising emerging companies on IP strategy to attract investors and secure market share.

A Recognized Leader

Gregory Williams is a Registered Patent Attorney licensed to practice before the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). His excellence in the field has been recognized by The Best Lawyers in America and Super Lawyers. He is also a long-time volunteer for Meals on Wheels, demonstrating his commitment to the local community. Whether you have invented a new software algorithm or a mechanical device, Greg offers the sophisticated guidance needed to navigate the complex world of patent law. If you need to hire a lawyer who understands both the science behind your invention and the law protecting it, Iowa Patent Attorney is your trusted resource.

Central Business District Office

Operating out of the Simmons Perrine offices in the U.S. Bank Building, the practice is located in the heart of Cedar Rapids’ innovation and business district. This professional setting ensures that all client meetings are handled with the highest level of confidentiality and security.