Brian J Colandreo
About Brian J Colandreo
Brian J. Colandreo is a Partner and National Patent Practice Leader at Holland & Knight LLP, where he has worked since 2006. He specializes in patent litigation support, intellectual property strategy, and manages IP portfolios for a diverse range of clients.
Work at Holland & Knight LLP
Brian J Colandreo has served as a Partner and National Patent Practice Leader at Holland & Knight LLP since 2006. In this role, he leads the firm's patent practice, focusing on various aspects of intellectual property law. His responsibilities include managing patent portfolios for clients, providing patent litigation support, and conducting due diligence related to intellectual property transactions. Colandreo's extensive experience in post-grant proceedings and patent infringement analysis contributes to the firm's reputation in the field.
Education and Expertise
Colandreo holds a Juris Doctor (JD) degree in Intellectual Property Law from UNH Franklin Pierce School of Law, which he completed from 1994 to 1997. He further enhanced his expertise by obtaining a Master of Laws (LLM) in Intellectual Property from the same institution in 2009. Additionally, he earned a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) from New Jersey Institute of Technology from 1989 to 1992. His educational background supports his work in patent prosecution and IP counseling across diverse technological areas.
Previous Work Experience
Before joining Holland & Knight LLP, Colandreo accumulated significant experience in various roles. He worked as an Associate at Fish & Richardson PC from 2000 to 2003 and at McDermott Will & Emery LLP from 2003 to 2005. Earlier in his career, he served as a System Engineer/Programmer at Johnson Controls, Inc. from 1992 to 1995 and as an IP Intern/Contract Employee at Digital Equipment Corporation from 1995 to 1996. These positions provided him with a solid foundation in engineering and intellectual property.
Intellectual Property Practice
Colandreo specializes in multiple facets of intellectual property law, including patent preparation, prosecution, and strategy. He engages in IP best practices counseling and offers trademark, copyright, and trade secret services. His practice includes both domestic and international aspects of patent law, and he manages IP portfolios for a diverse clientele, ranging from startups to Fortune 100 companies. His work also involves providing support for mergers and acquisitions, emphasizing his comprehensive approach to intellectual property.
Academic Involvement
In addition to his practice, Colandreo contributes to the academic community as an adjunct professor of Intellectual Property Law at UNH School of Law. His role in academia allows him to share his extensive knowledge and experience in the field with students, fostering the next generation of legal professionals in intellectual property.