Robert Ward

Robert Ward is a Shareholder at Greenberg Traurig, LLP, specializing in intellectual property and technology law.12 He joined the firm's San Diego office in July 2024 as part of their Life Sciences & Medical Technology Practice.34

Professional Background

Robert Ward counsels start-up companies, venture capital firms, and global technology leaders on intellectual property and technology-related matters.1 His focus areas include:

• Medical device and digital health technology
• Artificial intelligence and machine learning
• Mechanical, electrical, and software-based technologies

He provides strategic patent counseling, IP due diligence, and guidance on technology transactions.1

Experience and Expertise

Ward's expertise includes:

• Patent portfolio management and strategic counseling
• IP due diligence for venture capital firms and companies
• MedTech, including medical devices, digital health, and artificial intelligence
• Intellectual property and technology transactions
• Litigation and pre-litigation strategy1

Career History

Prior to joining Greenberg Traurig, Robert Ward held positions at:

• Eversheds Sutherland as Counsel, Intellectual Property (August 2019 - July 2024)
• Foley & Lardner LLP as Associate, Intellectual Property (May 2018 - August 2019)
• Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati as Associate, Technology Transactions (October 2017 - May 2018)
• Foley & Lardner LLP as Associate, Intellectual Property (November 2015 - September 2017)
• Thomas, Whitelaw & Kolegraff LLP as Associate, Intellectual Property Litigation (August 2013 - November 2015)2

Education and Credentials

• J.D. from Notre Dame Law School
• M.S. in Mechanical Engineering from Loyola Marymount University
• B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Southern California
• Licensed to practice in California and before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office12

Professional Involvement

Robert Ward is currently serving as a member of the Board of Directors for the Orange County Intellectual Property Law Association (OCIPLA) for the 2024-Present term.12