SUMNER IP LAW PLLC
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336 Cumberland Street
Lebanon, PA 17042
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717.202.5528
Hilary J. Sumner
Registered Patent Attorney
Education & Professional Affiliations
B.S. Mechanical Engineering, University of Connecticut
B.S. Materials Engineering, University of Connecticut
J.D. University of Connecticut School of Law
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Member, Lebanon County Bar Association
Member, Pennsylvania Bar Association
Accredited Representative, Dept. of Veterans Affairs
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Adjunct Professor of IP, Lebanon Valley College
Board Member, Central PA Tool Library and Makerspace
Vice Chair, Women in Business Lebanon Valley Chamber
Member, Military Affairs Committee Lebanon Valley Chamber
Lebanon Valley Chamber of Commerce
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I began my career in the early 90's, working as an engineer for the Labware Division of Becton Dickinson. During my service I was responsible for regulatory compliance and quality assurance issues within the department. In the late 90's I started my own business, designing databases and developing technical documentation for a variety of manufacturing companies. This experience exposed me to a wide range of cutting-edge electrical and mechanical equipment, medical devices, vision inspection systems, software, and business methods.
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An interest in patents prompted me to pursue a law degree at the University of Connecticut. While there I centered my studies on business and intellectual property law and was fortunate to have several mentors guide me in applying what I had learned. Over the years, I have enjoyed counseling clients on a variety of matters and have worked diligently to build a reputation for professional excellence in my chosen field.
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I take great pride in our community and I am passionate about helping inventors, artists, and small businesses realize their goals and protect their work. As a small business owner myself, I understand the challenges that you may face and look forward to helping you create assets from your innovations, artistic endeavors, and brands.