About Robert A Matthews
Robert A — Matthews Jr. is a distinguished patent law consultant based in Forest, Virginia. With over 30 years of experience in intellectual property, he has carved a niche in patent litigation and consulting. In 2007, he established Matthews Patent-Law Consulting, a firm dedicated to providing expert services to corporations and law firms engaged in complex patent disputes. His extensive background allows him to handle the details of patent law effectively, making him a sought-after advisor in the field. Mr. Matthews earned his Juris Doctor from the University of Virginia School of Law in 1992.
This rigorous legal education laid the foundation for his successful career in patent law. Prior to entering the legal profession, he obtained a Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the State University of New York at Stony Brook in 1987, following his Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University in 1985. This strong technical background enhances his ability to understand and address the complex issues that arise in patent cases. Admitted to practice law in Virginia, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, and the District of Columbia, Mr. Matthews has also gained recognition for his qualifications before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. His credentials extend to the Supreme Court of the United States and the U.S.
Courts of Appeals for the Federal, Third, and Fourth Circuits. This broad spectrum of admissions shows his knowledge of both state and federal patent law, equipping him to handle cases at various levels of the judicial system. As the sole author of the "Annotated Patent Digest," a multi-volume treatise on U.S. patent law. The "Patent Jury Instruction Handbook," both published by West, a Thomson-Reuters business, Mr. Matthews has contributed significantly to the field. These publications are widely referenced by patent practitioners and have been cited by federal judges in their rulings.
His consulting services have been instrumental in numerous patent matters before the Supreme Court, the Federal Circuit, the U.S. International Trade Commission, and various federal district courts nationwide. Beyond his consulting work, Mr. Matthews is an active contributor to the discourse on patent law. He has authored numerous articles for respected publications, including the National Law Journal, Law360, and the Journal of Intellectual Property Law & Practice. His expertise is frequently sought at national conferences, where he speaks on pertinent patent law topics. Additionally, he has played a role in drafting bar association resolutions and white papers advocating for legislative reforms in patent law, further demonstrating his commitment to advancing the field.
