John Bretscher is a seasoned registered patent attorney with a special interest in artificial intelligence and electrical and computer arts. His patent practice encompasses multiple hardware and software categories including machine learning, embedded control systems, network server control, computer architecture, communications standards, and telecommunications software, hardware and imaging. With a strong engineering background, John is an inventor on 15 patents related to computer architecture, communications and imaging.
John is a trusted advisor who appreciates leveraging his engineering and law experience to collaborate with clients. He likes to drive business performance and return on investment by evaluating and revitalizing business environments, protecting intellectual property, and employing patent strategies that will better position enterprises for strength and growth.
John received his Juris Doctor from Illinois Institute of Technology, Chicago-Kent College of Law. He holds a Master of Science in Computer Science, AI, and Data Science from DePaul University; a Bachelor of Arts in Physics from the University of Chicago; and an Associate degree in Engineering Science from William Rainey Harper Community College.
Outside of the law, John is a world-ranked oarsman in his age and weight class and enjoys formula-car driving.