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The Science of Intellectual Property Law
Kinney & Lange PA is an intellectual property firm built by engineers and scientists for engineers and scientists. Located in the U.S. Bank Plaza in downtown Minneapolis, the firm was founded in 1978 with a singular focus: to provide high-quality, technically accurate legal counsel to innovators. Because nearly all of their attorneys have backgrounds in engineering or science, they don’t just speak legal jargon-they speak the language of your industry, whether it’s chemical engineering, software, or medical devices.
Strategic IP Portfolio Management
Kinney & Lange specializes in helping clients build and manage robust IP portfolios that align with their business goals. They work with everyone from individual inventors to multinational corporations.
- Patent Prosecution: Drafting defensible patent applications that stand up to scrutiny in the U.S. and international markets.
- Clearance Opinions: Conducting freedom-to-operate analyses to ensure your new product doesn’t infringe on existing patents.
- IP Litigation: vigorously defending your intellectual property rights in court and administrative proceedings.
- International IP: Coordinating global protection strategies through a network of foreign associates.
Practical and Approachable
What sets Kinney & Lange apart is their practical approach. They believe in providing clear, actionable advice without unnecessary complexity. Their flat-fee pricing structures for many services offer transparency and predictability for businesses managing a budget.
"We are engineers who became attorneys. We love technology as much as you do."
The firm’s office in Minneapolis is a hub of technical and legal innovation. By focusing exclusively on IP law, Kinney & Lange has developed a depth of expertise that general practice firms cannot match. If you need a partner who can dive deep into the technical details of your invention while navigating the complexities of patent law, Kinney & Lange is the firm for you 🔬.
Specializing In
Patent Prosecution, Freedom to Operate Opinions, International IP, Chemical Engineering Patents
Address & Location
333 S 7th St, Suite 2700, Minneapolis, MN 55402
Building Location
Located in the U.S. Bank Plaza (South Tower), a major skyscraper complex in downtown Minneapolis. The building is clad in distinctive Travertine stone and is connected to the Skyway.
Suite Access
Take the elevator to the 27th Floor, Suite 2700.
Parking Details
Parking is available in the U.S. Bank Plaza ramp, accessible from 5th Avenue and 6th Street.
Public Transit
Metro Transit Light Rail: Government Plaza Station is located directly adjacent to the building.
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