John Darling

John Darling is an experienced legal professional specializing in intellectual property and patent law. Currently serving as Sr. Legal & IP Counsel at Menlo Micro since June 2022, John has previously held positions such as Of Counsel at Small Patent Law Group, LLC, and Intellectual Property Counsel at GE. At GE Global Research, John enhanced technical knowledge through GE's Edison Engineering Program, facilitating the identification of patent opportunities. Additional experience includes roles at Nixon & Vanderhye P.C., Buchanan Ingersoll, Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman, and Oliff PLC. John began a career at the USPTO as a Primary Patent Examiner in the electro-mechanical arts. Educational qualifications encompass a JD with honors from The George Washington University Law School, as well as certificates in Artificial Intelligence and Blockchain Strategy from prestigious institutions. John holds a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Tulane University, graduating magna cum laude.