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Warner Norcross + Judd LLP is a corporate law firm with over 230 attorneys serving clients in nine offices throughout Michigan. Among the largest law firms in Michigan, Warner works in virtually all areas of business law.

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I enjoy exploring the technology behind inventions – what makes them unique, how they work and why they matter. I guide clients through the patent process with a practical, informed approach, helping them make sound decisions while avoiding common pitfalls and protecting their innovations. Throughout each engagement, I communicate regularly and remain flexible, adapting to the pace and complexity of every project.

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John Schulte is an intellectual property attorney whose practice focuses on patent prosecution and enforcement. With a background in chemistry and experience reviewing complex technical disclosures, John brings an analytical, detail-oriented approach to help clients protect their innovations. He enjoys learning about new technologies, identifying what is novel and developing patent protection strategies aligned with each client’s business objectives.

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John values clear, timely communication and regularly manages high-volume patent portfolios. He translates technical requirements and procedural options from the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office into practical guidance, ensuring clients understand their options and can make informed decisions. Once objectives are established, he supports complex innovations with strong patent filings that align with long-term portfolio strategies.

Before joining Warner, John served as a summer associate with the firm, assisting with patent prosecution for chemical, mechanical and silicone-related patent technologies. His work included drafting patent applications and amendments, conducting prior art searches, preparing freedom-to-operate and non-infringement opinions, and communicating with clients regarding domestic and international issues. He regularly supports the prosecution of patent applications in foreign jurisdictions, such as Korea, Japan, China and Europe, in coordination with international counsel.

John has been recognized for academic excellence in law school, earning Jurisprudence Achievement awards for property, intellectual property survey and patent law. He also received the American Institute of Chemists Award for Outstanding Achievement in Chemistry while pursuing his undergraduate studies.

John received his law degree summa cum laude from Michigan State University College of Law, where he was Order of the Coif and an associate editor of Michigan State Law Review. He holds a bachelor’s degree cum laude in chemistry from Baldwin Wallace University. He is a registered patent attorney who passed the USPTO registration exam in December 2024.

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Michigan State University

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Baldwin Wallace University

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<li>Outstanding Achievement in Chemistry by the American Institute of Chemists Award</li>
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