Jonathan Hummel

Jonathan is a registered USPTO patent attorney with Ballard Spahr. With a background in physics and law, Jonathan focuses his practice on patent prosecution and litigation support, especially in artificial intelligence, computer science, software, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, medical devices, and business methods. He works with clients ranging from small start-ups to the Fortune 50 and across myriad industries.

Prior to joining the firm, Jonathan served as corporate counsel to a start-up company. He enjoys advising entrepreneurs, executives, and boards of directors on matters related to fundraising, corporate governance, technology transactions and licensing, entity formation and all forms of agreements.

During law school, Jonathan worked as a research and teaching assistant in patent law at the University of Missouri. He also counseled emerging technology companies at the Missouri Innovation Center Business Incubator.