Stephen R. Yoder

Stephen R. Yoder currently serves as a Lead IP Attorney at IBM, focusing on patent preparation and prosecution activities, including managing a team and reviewing invention disclosures. Prior to this role, they worked as an Associate Patent Counsel at PPC, where they led patent prosecution efforts and developed strategies for international filings. Stephen's earlier experience includes positions at Kulaga Law Office and as a Product Engineer, where they contributed to the development of connector technologies. They hold a Juris Doctor from Widener University School of Law and a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Memphis, and are registered to practice before the US Patent and Trademark Office.