
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, 1993
B.S. Materials Engineering, University of Connecticut, 1993
J.D. University of Connecticut School of Law, 2009
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Board Member, Total Experience Learning at Albright College
Adjunct Professor, Lebanon Valley College
Member, Lebanon Bar Association
Member, Pennsylvania Bar Association
Accredited Representative, Dept. of Veterans Affairs
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I began my career in 1994, working as an engineer within the Labware Division of Becton, Dickinson & Co. During my service I was responsible regulatory compliance and quality assurance issues within the department. In 1999, I started a consulting business where I worked with a number of manufacturing companies. This experience provided me with a diverse background in electrical and mechanical devices, 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. 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 the community.
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I am passionate about helping inventors, artists, small businesses, and start-ups. As a small business owner myself, I understand the challenges you face and I look forward to helping you create assets from your innovations, creations, and brands.