Dilworth IP is pleased to announce that Ryan M. Schneer has joined Dilworth IP as of March 10th, 2025 as our new Intellectual Property Counsel. Ryan’s addition to the team further rounds out Dilworth’s technical and legal capabilities, especially in the fields of chemical engineering, medical devices, and robotics. His addition also strengthens Dilworth IP’s commitment to leadership within the emerging legal landscape surrounding AI innovation. Ryan plans to remain available to his former and current clients throughout the transition. 

About Ryan Schneer

Ryan Schneer brings a combination of technical expertise and legal acumen to Dilworth IP. Drawing on his background as a former Patent Examiner at the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), and years of experience at both large law firms and his own independent practice, Ryan offers strategic intellectual property solutions to entrepreneurs, innovators, and creatives. His practice focuses on securing enforceable patents, managing complex IP portfolios, and advising clients on branding and trademark strategies.

Ryan draws on his deep experience in chemical engineering in his work with global technology companies in the polymer industry, the natural resource material industry, and others. He was an early expert in Artificial Intelligence (AI), representing several clients in that emerging space. He has also integrated AI into his legal practice. 

Ryan’s expertise also includes substantial experience in consumer products. He takes a holistic and strategic approach to product protection by leveraging his extensive knowledge of utility and design patents, as well as trademarks. Additionally, Ryan has developed significant experience advising clients in the medical devices and robotics industries. 

Throughout his career in IP law, Ryan has become known for his ability to navigate complex technical challenges and to deliver innovative legal solutions.

Outside of his legal practice, Ryan is passionate about music, poetry, and sports. A lifelong Mets and Jets fan, he enjoys spending time with family and exploring creative pursuits beyond the office.

About Dilworth IP

At Dilworth IP, We Patent the Future®. At the heart of humanity’s ongoing pursuit of innovation is the promise of a better tomorrow. As an intellectual property and business law firm, we protect that promise through vital intellectual property services such as patent and trademark prosecution, opinions, and agreements, ensuring you have the freedom to innovate and bring your ideas to the world. We’ve been in the lab. Our attorneys speak your language and listen well. We’ll quickly grasp nuances of your complex technology and capture the IP protection you deserve. To learn more about the firm, please visit www.dilworthip.com.