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.
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Location & Access
Primary Address
Centrally located in vibrant Downtown Cedar Rapids, in a prime commercial and banking hub just steps away from local dining and the Cedar River.
Building Location
This is the U.S. Bank Building, a 12-story high-rise commercial office building (historically known as the Merchants National Bank Building). It is located near popular dining options like The Blue Strawberry Coffee.
Parking Details
Convenient parking is available at the nearby 3rd Avenue Parking Ramp or the Ground Transportation Center Parking Ramp. On-street metered parking is also available on 3rd Street SE.
Public Transit
Served by Cedar Rapids Transit Route 5 (Downtown / GTC); nearest stop is at Ground Transportation Center.
Accessibility / Suite Access
Enter the main lobby of the U.S. Bank Building. Take the building elevators to the 12th floor to find the office in Suite 1200.