Overview
Jacob Etling’s practice focuses on patent-related matters in multiple areas of technology, including software.
Jacob graduated from Pennsylvania State University, receiving a bachelor’s degree in computer science engineering, with minors in Economics and Cybersecurity Computational Foundations.
Jacob received his J.D. from The University of Florida Levin College of Law, where he graduated cum laude. While at the University of Florida, Jacob was a member of the Journal of Technology Law & Policy and interned for the Honorable Jeffery A. Deller of the United States Bankruptcy Court for the Western District of Pennsylvania.
Jacob worked as a summer associate at the firm in 2023 and joined the firm in 2024.
Education
- University of Florida (J.D., 2024)
- Pennsylvania State University (B.S. Computer Science & Engineering, 2021)
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Applied Aerospace & Defense’s IPO Signals Continued Momentum in Defense Manufacturing
Key Takeaways: Ongoing geopolitical tensions are leading to an increase in defense-tech contractors filing for IPOs. Aerospace & defense companies looking to capitalize on this trend should consider strengthening their...
Thinkorbital Seed Round and IP Considerations for In-Orbit Technologies
Key Takeaway: The funding is the latest example of growing space tech innovation, with implications for regulatory and standards development, as well as for IP issues in protecting off-Earth technologies....
Challenged Director-To-PTAB Instructions Did Not Require Notice-And-Comment Rulemaking
APPLE INC. v. SQUIRES Before Lourie, Taranto, and Chen. Appeal from the United States District Court for the Northern District of California. Summary: Challenged instructions that the PTO’s Director gave...
Inventive Concepts Must Be Included in the Claim Language
United Services Automobile Association v. PNC BANK N.A., Before Dyk, Clevenger, and Hughes. Appeal from the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Texas. Summary: A claim that...
