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For clients innovating in electronics as well as digital signaling and digital processing technologies in the computer, control, telecommunications and Internet industries, Roger A. Heppermann successfully prepares and prosecutes patents nationally and internationally. He also files and prosecutes reexaminations, interferences, patent appeals and foreign oppositions to develop and maintain strong U.S. and international patent portfolios for his clients. He readily understands his clients? complex products and electronic systems, and delivers rapid and sure-handed management of patent portfolios developed over nearly 20 years of exposure to computers, consumer and industrial electronics and wired and wireless communication technologies. Mr. Heppermann's leadership ability is recognized by his roles on the Firm's Executive Committee and as the Chair of the Diversity Committee. Representative Experience Mr. Heppermann has handled matters in a wide variety of electronics-related technologies, including: * Computers - hardware and software * Digital communication and imaging systems * Design and implementation of consumer and computer electronics * Power meters and mass spectrometers * Power and process control systems * Laser, printing, and radar systems Background and Credentials Roger A. Heppermann's educational background, as well as legal experience is in electronics and digital processing techniques. His exemplary technical mastery in this area lets him understand and make use of the unique characteristics of newly emerging technologies to build effective patent strategies. He graduated from Northwestern University School of Law in 1992 where he received his J.D., cum laude. While at Northwestern, he received the Excellence in Intellectual Property Law Award. Mr. Heppermann performed his undergraduate work at the University of Missouri-Rolla (now Missouri University of Science and Technology) where he received his B.S. in Electrical Engineering, summa cum laude, in 1986.