Professional Summary
Alexander Franco has over 20 years of experience developing and managing patent portfolios in the high-tech industry. As a patent attorney with a MBA, he brings a business and finance-oriented perspective to the protection of his clients’ intellectual property. Alex’s practice includes patent preparation and prosecution, domestic and foreign patent portfolio management, and patent strategy for startup to mid-sized organizations.
When Alex is not practicing patent law or working under the hood of his classic 1961 MGA roadster, you might find him skiing, wakeboarding, swimming or biking.
Key Experience
- In-House IP Counsel, Accenture
- In-House Patent Counsel, AOL
- Attorney, Knobbe Martins Intellectual Property Law
Practice Areas
Industries
Education
- George Washington University, J.D. & MBA
- University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Master of Computer Science
- Cornell University, B.S. with distinction, Applied & Engineering Physics
Credentials
Bar Admissions
Virginia
U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
Connect
Email: afranco@outsidegc.com