About Bright-Line IP
Bright-Line IP is a consultancy specializing in providing strategic intellectual property solutions, with a particular focus on the AI, robotics, and semiconductor manufacturing industries. We are committed to delivering high-quality services, including patent preparation and prosecution, strategic consultations, and industry news. We strive to be a trusted source of valuable information within the IP industry while catering to the diverse needs of our clients.
Bright-Line's approach is to offer tailored solutions to complex intellectual property issues. We leverage our experience representing the interests of startups, individual inventors, and Fortune 500 companies to efficiently identify pain points and streamline the path to patent protection. We guide our clients to consider the technical landscape around their innovation and focus our strategies around actionable industry knowledge.
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Tim Bright
Founder
Patent Agent
Tim has a deep understanding of IP law gained through over 10 years of experience working roles including Director of Patent Prosecution for a startup patent firm, Patent Agent within an AMLaw 100 firm, and Patent Analyst preparing International Search Authority opinions.
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Tim's practice focuses on IP matters related to AI, Robotics and Semiconductor Manufacturing. Additionally, he has experience working with technologies including 5G/wireless communication, internet of things devices, self-driving cars, and electronic sports equipment.
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Tim earned a BSEE from Oral Roberts University in 2010. Prior to IP, Tim worked in electrical and software engineering roles including:
- Researcher exploring the effects of semiconductor manufacturing techniques on solar cell efficiency
- Software Developer for a fleet management software vendor
- Network infrastructure design and implementation for a national IT service management company
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