Carlos E. Duarte-Guevara, Ph.D.

Carlos’s litigation experience spans all phases of IP disputes, from pre-suit investigations through post-trial proceedings. He works with clients to develop technically rigorous case strategies designed to drive favorable outcomes, including negotiated resolutions, invalidity positions, and noninfringement defenses.

Carlos advises clients on comprehensive IP portfolio strategies and on assessing IP-related risks and opportunities. He has worked with companies across a range of technologies, including semiconductors, microfluidics, consumer electronics, 3D printing, and microelectromechanical systems, helping them strengthen and align their IP portfolios with business objectives.

In patent prosecution, Carlos has experience developing and managing portfolios involving electronic technologies, including semiconductor devices, integrated circuit design, wireless systems, microelectromechanical systems, as well as computer-implemented technologies, such as AI systems, audio and video processing, data visualization, and graphical user interfaces.

Before joining Finnegan, Carlos worked in the technology transfer office at the University of Illinois. He also has hands-on experience in semiconductor manufacturing. As an inventor himself, Carlos brings a practical understanding of inventor priorities, technology commercialization, and the strategic considerations that shape in-house counsel decision-making.

Carlos leads Finnegan’s Hispanic affinity group. His pro bono work includes assisting asylum seekers in immigration court through Human Rights First.