About Damian G.
Damian G. Wasserbauer is the founder of Wasserbauer Law LLC, a firm specializing in intellectual property law, including patent strategy, litigation, prosecution, and licensing. With over 25 years of experience, he has represented clients in software, electrical, consumer electronics, internet, and telecommunications sectors. He earned his Juris Doctor from Case Western Reserve University School of Law in 1989 and a Bachelor of Science in Applied Physics from Xavier University in 1986. Admitted to the New York State Bar in 1991, he has been practicing law for over three decades. Throughout his career, Mr. Wasserbauer has held significant positions, including serving as chief intellectual property counsel for IDT Corporation, where he led the IP organization and improved IP processes. He also served as senior intellectual property counsel for Tata Communications, developing and implementing quality programs addressing all aspects of IP practice.
In addition to his corporate roles, he has been involved in numerous patent infringement jury trials and U.S. International Trade Commission proceedings. His litigation experience includes cases such as Aerotel v. IDT (S.D — N.Y.) and Amgen v. Elanex Pharmaceuticals and Merckle GmbH (W.D. Wash.). Mr. Wasserbauer has also been active in intellectual property administration, advising Fortune 500 companies and smaller businesses on IP strategies, patent portfolios, and related legal matters.
He has managed patent portfolios in diverse areas, including air-to-ground communications, avionics, business methods, and internet-related technologies. Under his leadership, Wasserbauer Law LLC has embraced technological advancements, such as adopting AI-powered legal technology to enhance patent drafting processes. This innovation has improved drafting accuracy, speed, and client trust. The firm's office is located at 220 Albany Turnpike, Suite 112, Canton, CT 06019. Mr. Wasserbauer is also a member of the U.S. Executive Committee of AIPPI, an international association of over 8,000 IP professionals. In 2019, he commented on the U.S.
Supreme Court's decision in Iancu v. Brunetti, which ruled that the trademark "FUCT" should be allowed to register, challenging the USPTO's prohibition against "immoral" or "scandalous" trademarks. In 2022, he discussed the USPTO's reduction of patent fees for small and micro entities, aiming to spur innovation among smaller and independent inventors. Mr. Wasserbauer's experience and leadership in intellectual property law have made him a respected figure in the field.
