Roque Thuo

Patent Attorney | AI & Technology Law | Licensed Engineer

Roque Thuo is a seasoned patent attorney and licensed professional engineer specializing in patent drafting, analysis, portfolio management, and AI technology counseling. With deep technical expertise and legal experience, Roque supports clients in developing robust patent strategies that protect innovations and maximize the value of their intellectual property.

In the realm of patents, Roque focuses on drafting, prosecuting, and managing patent portfolios in areas such as wireless communication systems, analog and RF circuits, antenna and radio front-end modules, machine learning, and high-tech electrical and computer systems. His comprehensive patent services include drafting patent applications, conducting patentability analyses, and advising on portfolio optimization. Roque also provides guidance on patent licensing and technology transactions, ensuring clients can effectively monetize and protect their intellectual property.

In addition to his patent practice, Roque offers AI counseling services, where he advises clients on patent strategies related to artificial intelligence systems, tools, and models. He counsels on AI model evaluation, deployment, and integration while ensuring compliance with emerging regulations. His technical background allows him to assess the legal implications of AI development and integration, providing clients with strategies to navigate the complex landscape of AI innovation and protection.

Roque’s unique blend of legal and technical expertise allows him to offer practical, results-oriented legal counsel to startups, technology companies, and established enterprises. From managing complex patent portfolios to guiding the development and commercialization of AI technologies, Roque is committed to delivering tailored solutions that align with his clients’ business goals.

Arizona State University

J.D. (2014) | Law

2011 - 2014

Honors: Summa Cum Laude, Deans Award for Outstanding Performance

Arizona State University

M.S. (2001) | Electrical Engineering

2000 - 2001

Arizona State University

B.S. (1999) | Electrical Engineering & Technology

1996 - 1999

Honors: Summa Cum Laude

Of Counsel

Perkins Coie LLP

2014 - 2022

• Recognized in "Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch." • Advised clients on technology transactions involving analog and RF circuits, wireless systems, wireless standards, semiconductors, AI, and high-tech electrical and computer fields. • Drafted and prosecuted 4G and 5G technology patents covering radio transceivers, baseband processors, and core network nodes. • Drafted and prosecuted patents for radio front-end modules, including integrated antennas for implanted medical devices and aerial vehicles. • Evaluated wireless patent portfolios for Fortune 500 company acquisitions. • Developed licensing strategies for diverse wireless patent portfolios across different vertical markets. • Counseled clients on patent strategies and continuation practice.

Senior Component Design Engineer

Intel Corporation

2005 - 2013

• Received multiple awards for contributions to passive component development and integrated voltage regulator design for high-performance networking and computing applications. • Led efforts to streamline digital and analog-mixed signal validation flows, significantly reducing validation time and accelerating time-to-market for high-speed serial I/O chipsets. • Directed the architecture, design, and verification of critical components, including temperature sensor controllers for voltage regulators in advanced microprocessor platforms. • Validated high-speed communication protocols for next generation computing technologies, contributing to the successful deployment of innovative solutions in 32nm technology.

Senior Analog Design Engineer

Microchip Technology Inc

1999 - 2005

• Evaluated RF integrated circuits for wireless automation, focusing on integration with microcontrollers for industrial applications. • Led the design of a compact SPI-Ethernet bridge, incorporating MAC/PHY integration with a feature-rich microcontroller for advanced connectivity solutions. • Designed a low-jitter, fast-settling Charge-Pump PLL optimized for high-performance operation in challenging conditions. • Developed analog behavioral models for various components, including voltage regulators, oscillators, A/D converters, phase-locked loops, and supply monitors. • Designed key analog blocks such as comparators, clock generators, and glitch filters, and contributed to microcontroller peripheral design for enhanced system functionality. • Applied RTL coding experience for digital synthesis and development of microcontroller subsystems, including in-circuit debugging, memory protection features, and communication modules.

Law, Science, and Technology Certificate with a specialization in Intellectual Property

Sandra Day O'Connor College of Law, Arizona State University

2014

Registered Professional Engineer (Electrical)

Arizona Board of Technical Registration

2011

Licensed Low Voltage Communications Contractor

Arizona Registrar of Contractors

2009

State Bar of Arizona  # 032298

Member

Current

State Bar of California  # 327223

Member

Current

Arizona

State Bar of Arizona

ID Number: 032298

California

State Bar of California

ID Number: 327223

9th Circuit

ID Number: 032298

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