Dylan Paul Blackshear
Hampton,VA
Summary
USPTO-registered Patent Agent (Reg. No. 79,659) with over a decade of combined experience in patent analysis, prosecution support, and classification in mechanical engineering technologies. Proven track record conducting patentability, freedom-to-operate, invalidity, and due diligence searches. Skilled in drafting technical reports and analyzing patent claims across U.S. and international filings. Known for strong writing and communication skills, technical rigor, and a passion to continue learning.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Patent Analyst / Commercial Team Co-Manager
Global Patent Solutions
07.2018 - Current
- Drafted formal opinions and analyses for U.S. and PCT patent applications in mechanical, aerospace, petroleum, physics and autonomous vehicle domains.
- Conducted in-depth searches for FTO, patentability, invalidity, and landscape assessments.
- Collaborated with attorneys and clients to support prosecution strategy through tailored technical reports.
- Drafted reports aligning with client-specific objectives, legal standards, and international filing requirements.
- Supported litigation through prior art analysis and invalidity search reports.
- Lead internal team training of groups of approximately 10 analysts.
Patent Classifier (Mechanical)
Serco Inc.
10.2015 - 03.2018
- Classified mechanical and interdisciplinary patent applications for the USPTO with high technical accuracy.
- Served as subject matter expert for mechanical engineering technologies and led peer training initiatives.
- Provided technical expertise across multiple fields including materials, civil, semiconductors, and manufacturing.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Old Dominion University
Norfolk, VA08.2012
Honors Diploma - undefined
Kecoughtan High School
Hampton, VA06.2008
Skills
- Patent Expertise: USPTO & PCT Prosecution, Freedom-to-Operate (FTO), Patentability, Invalidity, Due Diligence
- Tools: Espacenet, USPTO Database, Google Patents, Custom Patent Databases
- Writing/Research: Patent claim interpretation, drafting formal search reports, preparing examiner-style rejections (35 USC §§ 101, 102, 103)
- Analysis: Patent analysis and reporting to assist prosecution efforts
- Communication: Highly proficient and experienced in collaborating with clients, inventors and attorneys in both group and individual settings
Certification
USPTO Registered Patent Agent – Reg. No. 79,659
Awards
Eagle Scout, Boy Scouts of America, Troop 29 – February 2008
Timeline
Patent Analyst / Commercial Team Co-Manager
Global Patent Solutions
07.2018 - Current
Patent Classifier (Mechanical)
Serco Inc.
10.2015 - 03.2018
Honors Diploma - undefined
Kecoughtan High School
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Old Dominion University
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