Practice Areas
Education
- B.S., University of Notre Dame, 1983, Chemical Engineering
- M.S., University of Notre Dame, 1986, Environmental Engineer (with emphasis in bioremediation)
- J.D., North Carolina Central University, 1991
Bar & Court Admissions
- North Carolina, 1992
- U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, 1994
Michael (Mike) G. Johnston
A former U.S. Environmental Protection Agency environmental engineer, co-leader of the Intellectual Property group and MVA Patent Team co-manager, Mike Johnston brings deep technical and legal experience to his patent law practice.
He possesses extensive know-how in preparing and prosecuting U.S. and foreign patent applications in the mechanical, computer software, chemical and biotechnology arts. He also administers and manages clients’ patent portfolios, including the payment of annuities and maintenance fees, and prepares and evaluates patent assignments and license agreements.
In addition, Mr. Johnston counsels clients on a broad range of intellectual property matters, including patent procurement and patentability, patent infringement and validity opinions, and litigation.
Of Note
Former environmental engineer, air pollution control, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Professional Affiliations
- American Intellectual Property Law Association: Member
- American Bar Association: Section on Intellectual Property, Member
- North Carolina Bar Association: Section on Intellectual Property, Member
- Carolina Patent, Trademark, Copyright Law Association