Intellectual Property (IP)
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Alexander Karana - Patent Attorney Counselor at Law
My name is Alexander Karana and I am an intellectual property attorney practicing in a wide variety of legal fields such as patents, trademarks, entertainment, environmental, business, human rights and international law for startups, small businesses, and Fortune 500 companies. I have also been humbled to be recognized as one of "Best Lawyers’: Ones to Watch" in America and a "Super Lawyer: Illinois Rising Star" in 2024 & 2025.
I am a proud 1st Generation Chaldean-Assyrian American 🇺🇸 born in Detroit, Michigan to Iraqi 🇮🇶 immigrant parents. I am passionate about preserving my Chaldean-Assyrian heritage, and I co-host the "Alookii & Shamash" podcast.
I have prosecuted many patent technologies in industries including automotive, augmented reality, environmental, space, chemical, sports, construction, agricultural, medicine and more.
I also manage a portfolio of trademarked brands, protecting and enforcing brands across technology, hospitality, social media influencers, apparel goods, and non-profits.
I hold a J.D. from UIC Law (formerly John Marshall) and a B.S. in Chemical Engineering from Michigan State University.
LICENSES: USPTO Patent bar, Illinois Bar Member
(Law, Attorney, legal, barrister)
My name is Alexander Karana and I am an intellectual property attorney practicing in a wide variety of legal fields such as patents, trademarks, entertainment, environmental, business, human rights and international law for startups, small businesses, and Fortune 500 companies. I have also been humbled to be recognized as one of "Best Lawyers’: Ones to Watch" in America and a "Super Lawyer: Illinois Rising Star" in 2024 & 2025.
I am a proud 1st Generation Chaldean-Assyrian American 🇺🇸 born in Detroit, Michigan to Iraqi 🇮🇶 immigrant parents. I am passionate about preserving my Chaldean-Assyrian heritage, and I co-host the "Alookii & Shamash" podcast.
I have prosecuted many patent technologies in industries including automotive, augmented reality, environmental, space, chemical, sports, construction, agricultural, medicine and more.
I also manage a portfolio of trademarked brands, protecting and enforcing brands across technology, hospitality, social media influencers, apparel goods, and non-profits.
I hold a J.D. from UIC Law (formerly John Marshall) and a B.S. in Chemical Engineering from Michigan State University.
LICENSES: USPTO Patent bar, Illinois Bar Member
(Law, Attorney, legal, barrister)
David Pelligrinelli
Expert licensed private investigator and fraud examiner. Can answer questions about hidden assets, divorce and probate fraud, embezzlement, vehicle title problems, release of liens, Ponzi schemes, and litigation support. also a certified civil court mediator, and licensed surety bond producer. admitted as an expert witness in Federal court, and a LE firearms instructor.
Featured in the Robb Report, Wall Street Journal, New York Times, and a keynote speaker for the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners.
Additionally licensed as a commercial lines insurance broker, surplus lines designation, certified real estate title examiner, and commercial building general contractor.
Expert licensed private investigator and fraud examiner. Can answer questions about hidden assets, divorce and probate fraud, embezzlement, vehicle title problems, release of liens, Ponzi schemes, and litigation support. also a certified civil court mediator, and licensed surety bond producer. admitted as an expert witness in Federal court, and a LE firearms instructor.
Featured in the Robb Report, Wall Street Journal, New York Times, and a keynote speaker for the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners.
Additionally licensed as a commercial lines insurance broker, surplus lines designation, certified real estate title examiner, and commercial building general contractor.

Paul Williams
I'm Paul Willians, an Award winning & Industry recognized Fintech/Gaming/BPO CTO with over
15 years exceptional leadership experience in organizations ranging from pre-seed startups to $2B businesses with proven performance managing technical deliverables of up to $450M revenue, operational budgets of $200M, capital expense of $50M. An extensive technical manager, with a track record that includes 3 turnaround events, 7 technical and financial improvements for the company, and ultimately 2 successful shareholder exits, that exceeded $100M, through careful planning, business alignment and execution of the technology alignment to business strategies, including attracting, retaining, and managing global teams more than 3500, building the necessary products and technological services to accelerate performance and increase revenue. Working with personal relationships at Apple, to be accredited with pioneering the first ever US based gambling app in the iOS App store in 2009.
I'm Paul Willians, an Award winning & Industry recognized Fintech/Gaming/BPO CTO with over
15 years exceptional leadership experience in organizations ranging from pre-seed startups to $2B businesses with proven performance managing technical deliverables of up to $450M revenue, operational budgets of $200M, capital expense of $50M. An extensive technical manager, with a track record that includes 3 turnaround events, 7 technical and financial improvements for the company, and ultimately 2 successful shareholder exits, that exceeded $100M, through careful planning, business alignment and execution of the technology alignment to business strategies, including attracting, retaining, and managing global teams more than 3500, building the necessary products and technological services to accelerate performance and increase revenue. Working with personal relationships at Apple, to be accredited with pioneering the first ever US based gambling app in the iOS App store in 2009.

Justin Killion
I’m an Emmy Award Winning executive producer who has created over 3,500 hours of premium content for Streamers such as Netflix, Amazon Originals, HBO Max, Hulu, etc. as well as all the traditional networks and studios. In the entertainment landscape, I have been a Literary Manager and agent at Kaplan/Perrone Entertainment selling scripts and pitches, as well as the Head of Hearst Media’s Digital Studios, and then President of Complex Networks, which we subsequently sold in 2021 for >$300M. Since then I have been building and selling my own businesses. I work with the largest YouTube clients in the world including THE largest YouTube Creator in the world to develop out and execute their visions whether for Content, Licensing or CPG. In my roles, I have ideated, sourced, organized & launched IP-based Consumer Packaged Goods into retailers such as Wal-Mart, 7-Eleven, and more. If it’s Content, Media, or Entertainment related, I have done it and I can help.
I’m an Emmy Award Winning executive producer who has created over 3,500 hours of premium content for Streamers such as Netflix, Amazon Originals, HBO Max, Hulu, etc. as well as all the traditional networks and studios. In the entertainment landscape, I have been a Literary Manager and agent at Kaplan/Perrone Entertainment selling scripts and pitches, as well as the Head of Hearst Media’s Digital Studios, and then President of Complex Networks, which we subsequently sold in 2021 for >$300M. Since then I have been building and selling my own businesses. I work with the largest YouTube clients in the world including THE largest YouTube Creator in the world to develop out and execute their visions whether for Content, Licensing or CPG. In my roles, I have ideated, sourced, organized & launched IP-based Consumer Packaged Goods into retailers such as Wal-Mart, 7-Eleven, and more. If it’s Content, Media, or Entertainment related, I have done it and I can help.

Edward Chen
“ABC”(American Born Chinese) Lawyer/Litigator with extensive knowledge and experience dealing with and representing Chinese companies and individuals in US state and federal courts.
As a first-generation, “ABC” attorney, Ed’s understanding of both Western and Eastern cultures and ideologies allows him to truly step into the shoes of his clients and to provide the right legal services and solutions that are tailored to their best interests.
Ed represents a variety of clients in high stakes litigation and has experience litigating complex matters throughout all phases of litigation in California state courts and numerous U.S. federal district courts.
Ed currently serves as co-lead class counsel on behalf of a nationwide class of Tesla Model S owners involving the company’s use of over-the-air software updates that resulted in a 10% reduction in battery capacity of the affected vehicles, after successfully reaching a settlement with Tesla that includes a total payment of $1.5 million to be split amongst the class members.
Since 2021, Ed has been selected to the Super Lawyers® - “Rising Stars” list for the state of California based upon peer recognition and professional achievement.
陈律师在美国联邦和州法院的各个阶段诉讼程序中都积累了丰富的实战经验,包括处理各类动议、庭外质询、陪审团开庭审判和法官开庭审判以及上诉等等。他尤其熟悉跨境诉讼中对于中国当事方会产生独特影响的事项,例如送达、管辖权、美国法律的域外适用效力、司法协助流程和跨境证据开示等。
在知识产权诉讼领域,陈律师曾代表大量中国电商卖家应诉美国知识产权诉讼。他倡导被起诉的中国企业勇于面对诉讼并积极应诉,而不是无条件与原告进行和解。在多个类似诉讼中,陈律师成功驳回了对中国企业的恶意诉讼,维护了中国企业的合法权益。随着中国企业创新能力的增强,陈律师在近年亦曾代表多家中国公司起诉美国的产品仿冒企业。
在跨境债务诉讼及执行领域,陈律师曾代表多家中国债权人基于《纽约公约》在美国联邦法院成功申请中国仲裁裁决的认可和执行,并获得了媒体的广泛报道。
在判决执行方面,陈律师善于以超出常规的思维方式帮助客户寻找被执行人的各类财产线索。陈律师认为,无法获得执行的胜诉判决无异于失败。
在集体诉讼领域,陈律师因其对特斯拉(Tesla)公司发起的多个产品质量集体诉讼而知名,陈律师还代理了一位日本行人因特斯拉自动驾驶功能故障致车祸丧生的案件,这是相关领域的首例案件。这些案件获得了包括路透社、华盛顿邮报、洛杉矶时报、CNBC在内的众多主流媒体的高度关注。
作为美国华裔,陈律师深谙东西方的文化与思维差异,善于从客户的角度思考问题,有能力提出最适合于客户的创新解决方案,有效保护中国企业和个人客户在美国的合法权益。
2021-2022年,陈律师被评为加州超级新星律师(Super Lawyers – Rising Stars)。在加州全部律师中,每年仅有2.5%的律师获此殊荣。
(DISCLAIMER: Any information or communication is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as legal advice, do not create an attorney-client relationship, and you should not rely on the information to make any decisions or take any actions. Please consult with a qualified attorney for advice specific to your situation)
“ABC”(American Born Chinese) Lawyer/Litigator with extensive knowledge and experience dealing with and representing Chinese companies and individuals in US state and federal courts.
As a first-generation, “ABC” attorney, Ed’s understanding of both Western and Eastern cultures and ideologies allows him to truly step into the shoes of his clients and to provide the right legal services and solutions that are tailored to their best interests.
Ed represents a variety of clients in high stakes litigation and has experience litigating complex matters throughout all phases of litigation in California state courts and numerous U.S. federal district courts.
Ed currently serves as co-lead class counsel on behalf of a nationwide class of Tesla Model S owners involving the company’s use of over-the-air software updates that resulted in a 10% reduction in battery capacity of the affected vehicles, after successfully reaching a settlement with Tesla that includes a total payment of $1.5 million to be split amongst the class members.
Since 2021, Ed has been selected to the Super Lawyers® - “Rising Stars” list for the state of California based upon peer recognition and professional achievement.
陈律师在美国联邦和州法院的各个阶段诉讼程序中都积累了丰富的实战经验,包括处理各类动议、庭外质询、陪审团开庭审判和法官开庭审判以及上诉等等。他尤其熟悉跨境诉讼中对于中国当事方会产生独特影响的事项,例如送达、管辖权、美国法律的域外适用效力、司法协助流程和跨境证据开示等。
在知识产权诉讼领域,陈律师曾代表大量中国电商卖家应诉美国知识产权诉讼。他倡导被起诉的中国企业勇于面对诉讼并积极应诉,而不是无条件与原告进行和解。在多个类似诉讼中,陈律师成功驳回了对中国企业的恶意诉讼,维护了中国企业的合法权益。随着中国企业创新能力的增强,陈律师在近年亦曾代表多家中国公司起诉美国的产品仿冒企业。
在跨境债务诉讼及执行领域,陈律师曾代表多家中国债权人基于《纽约公约》在美国联邦法院成功申请中国仲裁裁决的认可和执行,并获得了媒体的广泛报道。
在判决执行方面,陈律师善于以超出常规的思维方式帮助客户寻找被执行人的各类财产线索。陈律师认为,无法获得执行的胜诉判决无异于失败。
在集体诉讼领域,陈律师因其对特斯拉(Tesla)公司发起的多个产品质量集体诉讼而知名,陈律师还代理了一位日本行人因特斯拉自动驾驶功能故障致车祸丧生的案件,这是相关领域的首例案件。这些案件获得了包括路透社、华盛顿邮报、洛杉矶时报、CNBC在内的众多主流媒体的高度关注。
作为美国华裔,陈律师深谙东西方的文化与思维差异,善于从客户的角度思考问题,有能力提出最适合于客户的创新解决方案,有效保护中国企业和个人客户在美国的合法权益。
2021-2022年,陈律师被评为加州超级新星律师(Super Lawyers – Rising Stars)。在加州全部律师中,每年仅有2.5%的律师获此殊荣。
(DISCLAIMER: Any information or communication is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as legal advice, do not create an attorney-client relationship, and you should not rely on the information to make any decisions or take any actions. Please consult with a qualified attorney for advice specific to your situation)

Eddie Esquire
I’ve been a lawyer for over 15 years and I was a Night Court Judge for 6 years ⚖️ I have personally handled over 2,000 criminal cases as a defense lawyer and I have consulted on over 5,000 civil cases.
My unique and extensive legal background has allowed me to provide guidance on just about every legal issue you can think of (criminal, civil, contracts, estate planning, real estate, landlord tenant, entertainment, fraud victims, investigating online businesses, tax issues, corporate issues, crypto, immigration, family law, just to name some areas of law).
When I’m not helping clients, I help teach lawyers everything I know on my website Courtroom Coach.
I genuinely enjoy helping people and I’m happy and honored to help answer all of your legal questions satisfactory and in short order ☺️
There are no silly questions here and never any judgement. I’m happy to help you! I’m online every day and typically respond to questions within just a couple hours :) 
EddieEsquire.com
I’ve been a lawyer for over 15 years and I was a Night Court Judge for 6 years ⚖️ I have personally handled over 2,000 criminal cases as a defense lawyer and I have consulted on over 5,000 civil cases.
My unique and extensive legal background has allowed me to provide guidance on just about every legal issue you can think of (criminal, civil, contracts, estate planning, real estate, landlord tenant, entertainment, fraud victims, investigating online businesses, tax issues, corporate issues, crypto, immigration, family law, just to name some areas of law).
When I’m not helping clients, I help teach lawyers everything I know on my website Courtroom Coach.
I genuinely enjoy helping people and I’m happy and honored to help answer all of your legal questions satisfactory and in short order ☺️
There are no silly questions here and never any judgement. I’m happy to help you! I’m online every day and typically respond to questions within just a couple hours :) 
EddieEsquire.com
Nolen Felten
My name is Nolen James Felten and you can connect with me on Minnect.
My name is Nolen James Felten and you can connect with me on Minnect.

Amir Mansouri
MedTech CEO, Entrepreneur, Dental Market Expert snd Product CEO.
MedTech CEO, Entrepreneur, Dental Market Expert snd Product CEO.
Dr. Eng. Khaldon Al Karmadi
Jack of Multiple Trades, Master & PhD in Smart Transportation Systems at Automated Container Terminals
Building bridges and filling gaps between maritime innovators and professional Investors to automate steel products port operations globally.
Doubling the market valuation of traditional maritme and logistics companies using R&D, automation and change management.
I was always fascinated with the story of Google and how was founded by Larry Page and Sergey Brin while they were PhD students. The two computer scientists, have used scientific research to solve demanding problems and improve the life of humanity. However, Google would never reach to whatever we know today without also being a product market fit with a scalable financial model.
- R&D is important but R&D with an economic value is what the market needs
- Innovation is important but patented and protected innovation is what the market needs
- Creating products is important but a Product Market Fit is what the market needs
If you need help to solve a logistics problem or need a mentoring advice in fields of Logistics, Technology or Startups ventures, contact us on the following:
khaldon@portlabs.co.uk
Proudly handling 10M+ metric tons per year of steel products & other dry bulk cargo smartly, economically & securely between Far East, Middle East & Europe.
Offices: London | Dubai | Shanghai
Jack of Multiple Trades, Master & PhD in Smart Transportation Systems at Automated Container Terminals
Building bridges and filling gaps between maritime innovators and professional Investors to automate steel products port operations globally.
Doubling the market valuation of traditional maritme and logistics companies using R&D, automation and change management.
I was always fascinated with the story of Google and how was founded by Larry Page and Sergey Brin while they were PhD students. The two computer scientists, have used scientific research to solve demanding problems and improve the life of humanity. However, Google would never reach to whatever we know today without also being a product market fit with a scalable financial model.
- R&D is important but R&D with an economic value is what the market needs
- Innovation is important but patented and protected innovation is what the market needs
- Creating products is important but a Product Market Fit is what the market needs
If you need help to solve a logistics problem or need a mentoring advice in fields of Logistics, Technology or Startups ventures, contact us on the following:
khaldon@portlabs.co.uk
Proudly handling 10M+ metric tons per year of steel products & other dry bulk cargo smartly, economically & securely between Far East, Middle East & Europe.
Offices: London | Dubai | Shanghai
Courtney Laschkewitsch
I help inventors with: what to do with an invention idea, prototyping, patenting, renting your idea to companies (AKA licensing), selling your idea, reaching out to companies, marketing your invention, and more.
Hello! My name is Courtney Laschkewitsch, and I have been in the Product Licensing space for over 8 years. I have licensed 6 of my product ideas, hosted inventor meetings and events with over 250 people, and am the host of the Serial Inventing Podcast for over 2 years. I am the former Managing Director of Inventors Groups of America, and have been a Product Licensing Coach for 4 years. Licensing my product ideas and helping others do the same is both my job and passion! It's what I live for! Feel free to check out my testimonials at www.inventRight.com.
I help inventors with: what to do with an invention idea, prototyping, patenting, renting your idea to companies (AKA licensing), selling your idea, reaching out to companies, marketing your invention, and more.
Hello! My name is Courtney Laschkewitsch, and I have been in the Product Licensing space for over 8 years. I have licensed 6 of my product ideas, hosted inventor meetings and events with over 250 people, and am the host of the Serial Inventing Podcast for over 2 years. I am the former Managing Director of Inventors Groups of America, and have been a Product Licensing Coach for 4 years. Licensing my product ideas and helping others do the same is both my job and passion! It's what I live for! Feel free to check out my testimonials at www.inventRight.com.