About Joel S. Sonnenberg

Joel S. Sonnenberg applies his knowledge as a trained engineer to counsel clients on a wide range of intellectual property issues. Joel has extensive experience researching patent, trademark, trade secret and copyright matters. Joel prepares memoranda regarding litigation and intellectual-property issues, patent applications and responses to office actions from the United States Patent & Trademark Office and abroad.

Joel’s experience strikes an intriguing balance between law and technical fields. Prior to joining Hahn Loeser, Joel was a project engineer and a project manager for one of Engineering News-Record’s Top 400 Contractors and one of Modern Healthcare Magazine’s Top Healthcare Contractors. During this time, Joel gained experience working with designers, engineers and contractors on the smallest details of complex building components, including mechanical, electrical, civil and structural systems. He is familiar with green design practices as he has been LEED® AP credentialed since 2008. Prior to managing projects, Joel acquired hands-on experience working as a skilled laborer, carpenter and mechanic. He brings this broad-based skill set to his law practice, providing clients with approachable and uniquely qualified legal counsel.

Community Involvement

Ohio Farm Bureau, Medina County Active Member

2017 Medina County Local Government Leadership Academy

Awards & Distinctions

Ones to Watch, Best Lawyers®, Patent Law, 2021

LEED® AP, Green Building Certification Institute, 2008-present

Rising Star, Ohio Super Lawyers®, 2018

Memberships & Affiliations

Ohio State Bar Association (OSBA), Member

American Bar Association (ABA), Member

Cleveland Intellectual Property Law Association (CIPLA), Member

American Agricultural Law Association (AALA), 2017 Planning Committee, Member

 

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Areas of Law

  • Intellectual Property 2
    • Patents
    • Trademarks
  • Other 2
    • Copyright
    • Licensing & Technology Transfer

Experience

  • Bar Admission & Memberships
    Admissions
    2013, Ohio
    2016, U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit
    2016, U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Ohio
    registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
    Memberships
    Ohio State Bar Association
    American Bar Association
    Cleveland Intellectual Property Law Association
    American Agricultural Law Association.
  • Education & Certifications
    Law School
    Cleveland-Marshall College of Law
    Class of 2013
    J.D.
    cum laude; Business Law Concentration; The Global Business Law Review (GBLR), Executive Symposium Editor, 2012-13, Associate, 2011-12
    Other Education
    University of Toledo
    Class of 2002
    B.S.
    Civil Engineering, Minor in Business Administration
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Attorneys FAQs

  • What law school did this attorney attend?
    Joel S. Sonnenberg attended Cleveland-Marshall College of Law.
  • What year was this attorney's law firm established?
    Hahn Loeser & Parks LLP was established in 1920.