JTSLaw.com
Legal Area of Emphasis
Preparation and Prosecution of Patent Applications
Technical Areas of Emphasis
Electrical/Computers
Software, Internet and Data Processing
Professional Profile
Jerry T. Sewell was partner at Knobbe, Martens, Olson &
Bear in Orange County. While at KMOB (1983-2004), he
specialized in patent prosecution for the electrical, electronic
and computer software industries. Prior to joining KMOB,
Mr. Sewell was a lawyer with Deutsch, Kerrigan & Stiles in
New Orleans(1980-1983).
Mr. Sewell designed and tested processors, memories and
peripheral devices for aerospace computers for Control
Data Corporation in Bloomington, Minnesota (1971-1980).
Education
University of Minnesota (J.D. 1980)
University of Minnesota (M.S. Electrical Engineering 1980)
University of Missouri, Rolla (B.S. Electrical Engineering
1971)
Eta Kappa Nu
Tau Beta Pi
Phi Kappa Phi
Admissions/Qualifications
State Bar of California
Louisiana State Bar Association
Registered to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark
Registered Professional Engineer (Minnesota,
Louisiana)
Professional Memberships & Affiliations
American Intellectual Property Law Association (AIPLA)
Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE)
National Society of Professional Engineers
Louisiana Engineering Society
Newport-Irvine Rotary Club
Board of Directors, 1993-1996
President, 1996-1997
Executive Assistant District Governor, 2002-2003
Newport Beach Chamber of Commerce
Board of Directors, 1998-present
