Andy Yang
Sunnyvale
Summary
Dynamic IP and Legal Counsel with a strong track record at Fuheng Inc., specializing in patent law, litigation, and regulatory compliance. Skilled in drafting and prosecuting patent applications, resolving complex legal disputes, and developing strategic compliance programs. Proven ability to secure favorable outcomes through sharp analytical skills and effective negotiation. Holds an F.E. Certification in Electrical and Computer Engineering, is a registered patent attorney with the USPTO, and is bilingual in Mandarin Chinese and English.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
IP and Legal Counsel
Fuheng Inc.
03.2024 - Current
- Patent Law: As a registered patent attorney with the USPTO, drafted and submitted five utility patent applications under micro-entity status on Track One. Worked closely with lab researchers to draft applications, requested reviews, and provided feedback to refine claims and specifications. Responded to office actions and ensured timely submission of oaths, declarations, and other required documents.
- Trademark Law: Successfully filed multiple trademark applications and prevailed in office action responses, overcoming refusals based on mere descriptiveness.
- IP Protection & Enforcement: Achieved successful copyright infringement takedowns on YouTube and online blogs.
- Civil Litigation: Successfully defended and won Anti-SLAPP motions. Effectively opposed and asserted demurrers in civil litigation matters. Negotiated settlement with opposing counsel.
- Regulatory Compliance: Developed comprehensive compliance programs to minimize legal risks and ensure adherence to relevant regulations, including compliance with the County Health Department, California Board of Pharmacy, California Advertising Laws and Santa Clara County City Planning.
- Contract Review and Risk Mitigation: Reviewed and negotiated contracts to minimize legal liability, incorporating key provisions such as general release of liability clauses, liquidated damages, consequential damages limitations and arbitration clauses.
- Managed corporate formation documents, ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations for business entity structuring
Patent Agent and Attorney
Self-Employed
03.2023 - 03.2024
- Drafted and submitted provisional patent applications for mechanical devices, ensuring strong foundational claims for future utility filings.
- Litigated a breach of contract case in the U.S. District Court of Colorado, securing a favorable $100,000 judgment.
- Published an article on IPWatchDog, a widely recognized intellectual property law publication.
- Prepared responses to office actions issued by the USPTO, effectively addressing examiner concerns and advancing applications toward issuance.
Sales Specialist
Samsung Semiconductor Inc.
02.2014 - 02.2015
- Managed DRAM sales cycle for Big Tech companies and server farms.
- Collaborated closely with internal engineers, marketing engineers, credit, and legal department to monitor accounts.
- Kept clients updated on new DRAM products, pricing, delivery, scheduling and inventory.
VP of Business Development
SilRay, Inc.
08.2008 - 09.2009
- Led the development, drafting, and submittal of a $20MM utility-scale solar project proposal with the U.S. Coast Guard in response to a RFP and successfully winning the bid.
- Managed all contract negotiations, including EPC and PPA agreements, financing, and construction activities from initiation to completion.
- Developed detailed financial models incorporating MACRS depreciation and power output projections, securing $5 million in investor funding.
Personal Banker
Bank of America
10.2004 - 08.2008
- Managing and selling financial products such as consumer accounts, wire transfers, mortgages, and loans.
Education
J.D. -
Lincoln Law School
San Jose06-2019
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science
University of California, Davis
Davis, CA06-2013
Skills
- Patent prosecution
- Trademark registration
- Copyright law
- Legal document preparation
- Commercial contracts
- Foundational computer science knowledge
- Litigation
- Intellectual property law
Certification
- NCEES F.E. Electrical and Computer Engineering Certification (2022)
- USPTO Patent Bar and Attorney Registration #80688 (2023)
- CompTIA Cyber Security+ (2023)
- California Bar License #330877
Languages
Chinese (Mandarin)
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
IP and Legal Counsel
Fuheng Inc.
03.2024 - Current
Patent Agent and Attorney
Self-Employed
03.2023 - 03.2024
Sales Specialist
Samsung Semiconductor Inc.
02.2014 - 02.2015
VP of Business Development
SilRay, Inc.
08.2008 - 09.2009
Personal Banker
Bank of America
10.2004 - 08.2008
J.D. -
Lincoln Law School
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science
University of California, Davis
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