Eric L. Schlevensky, IP Attorney in Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Over 18 years of legal practice · focused on IP, Patent, and Trademark
AssociateatBoyle Fredrickson, S.C.
Milwaukee, WI
Practicing ip in Milwaukee since 2008.
- 18+
- Years practicing
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Eric L. Schlevensky is an associate based in Milwaukee, WI. The practice focuses on IP, Patent, and Trademark. Eric has over 18 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Boyle Fredrickson, S.C..
- Based in
- Milwaukee, WI
- Experience
- over 18 years
- Known for
- IP · Patent · Trademark
- Handles IP, Patent, and Trademark matters from Milwaukee, WI.
- Over 18 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Eric L. Schlevensky: Eric L. Schlevensky is an associate based in Milwaukee, WI. The practice focuses on IP, Patent, and Trademark. Eric has over 18 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Boyle Fredrickson, S.C..
Areas of practice
Eric's practice areas in Milwaukee
Eric concentrates on ip, patent, and trademark. Each area below outlines the kind of case Eric handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
IP cases in Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Eric takes ip matters in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Eric agrees to represent you.
Patent cases in Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Eric takes patent matters in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Eric agrees to represent you.
Trademark cases in Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Eric takes trademark matters in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Eric agrees to represent you.
Biography
Eric L. Schlevensky, ip attorney serving Milwaukee
Eric L. Schlevensky is an associate based in Milwaukee, WI. The practice focuses on IP, Patent, and Trademark. Eric has over 18 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Boyle Fredrickson, S.C.. Eric works from Milwaukee, Wisconsin and takes on ip matters across the region.
Customized Service. No two companies are alike. No two IP portfolios are the same. Eric listens to the client and delivers the services they need.
With a strong background in electrical engineering and as an inventor himself, Eric brings a unique perspective to his work at Boyle Fredrickson. Before pursuing a law degree, he spent eleven years as a practicing engineer, primarily in product development. Eric’s engineering experience includes writing software for custom machine tools and motor drives. While working as an engineer, he became the named inventor on two patents. Eric understands the development cycle and the need for a company to protect its investment in R&D.
Eric has been an attorney with the firm since 2008 and became an equity shareholder in 2016. He has extensive experience with both patent and trademark prosecution. He specializes in helping clients protect their IP rights while respecting the IP rights of others. He routinely counsels clients on strategy for protecting their intellectual property rights both domestically and internationally.
He has represented a wide range of clients, from the solo inventor to Fortune 500 companies, over a wide range of technology, including industrial automation, power electronics, alternative energy, signal processing, network devices, medical imaging, and agricultural equipment.
Representative Patents
• Flexible Local Coil for Magnetic Resonance Imaging
Patent Number: 11,143,723
• Industrial Control Module Providing Universal I/O
Patent Number: 11,209,802
• Method and Apparatus for Integrating Current Sensors in a Power Semiconductor Module
Patent Number: 11,085,977
• Method and Apparatus for Power Transfer to an Independent Moving Cart During Travel Along a Track
Patent Number: 10,608,469
• Method and Apparatus for Secure Device Provisioning in an Industrial Control System
Patent Number: 10,721,223
• Method and Apparatus for Treating Biogas
Patent Number: 11,268,063
• Pediatric Imaging Assembly
Patent Number: 10,799,144
• System and Method for Activity Monitoring using Video Data
Patent Number: 10,880,524
• System and Method for Secure File Access of Derivative Works
Patent Number: 10,650,158
• Voltage Rotator for High Switching Frequency PWM Inverter
Patent Number: 11,283,388
Representative Trademarks
• Logo for SecureCircle
Trademark Number: 6,541,052
• MAGYC
Trademark Number: 6,258,238
• PPT
Trademark Number: 5,932,550
• SECURECIRCLE
Trademark Number: 5,515,379
Experience
• Asserted patent rights against an infringing company, resulting in the infringing product being withdrawn from the market.
• Provided guidance for a local company during product development that resulted in a favorable outcome when a multinational corporation brought patent infringement claims.
• Worked in product development for eleven years writing software for custom machine tools and for motor drives in the material handling and elevator industries
News & Publications
• “New USPTO Guidelines for Software Patent Eligibility,” Boyle Fredrickson News Update, April 2019
• “Patents: What Goes Into One and How Do You Get One,” presentation for Wisconsin Society of Professional Engineers Discovery Conference, April 2019
• “Contractual Considerations for Protecting Intellectual Property,” presentation for Wisconsin Society of Professional Engineers Discovery Conference, May 2016
• “Intellectual Property Issues in Additive Manufacturing,” presentation for MSOE Rapid Prototyping Center Consortium, April 2016
• “Intellectual Property Overview,” presentation for Wisconsin Society of Professional Engineers Discovery Conference, May 2015
• “Engineers to Entrepreneurs,” presentation for “Rightful Owners” an Intellectual Property and Innovation Workshop sponsored by IEEE-USA, May 2015
Awards & Recognitions
• Up & Coming Lawyer, Wisconsin Law Journal, 2015
Community Involvement
• FIRST LEGO League Coach, Aug. 2016 – present
Professional Activities
• State Bar of Wisconsin – Intellectual Property and Technology Law Section
- Director, July 2022 – present
• State of Wisconsin, Licensed Professional Engineer
• Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers
- Senior Member, August 2022 – present
- Member, 1995 – August 2022
• National Society of Professional Engineers – Wisconsin
- Member, June 2014 – present
- Secretary for Executive Committee, July 2019 – June 2021
• State Bar of Wisconsin – Young Lawyers Division
- Student Liaison, 2007-08
Working with Eric on a ip matter
Customized Service. No two companies are alike. No two IP portfolios are the same. Eric listens to the client and delivers the services they need. With a strong background in electrical engineering and as an inventor himself, Eric brings a unique perspective to his work at Boyle Fredrickson. Before pursuing a law degree, he spent eleven years as a practicing engineer, primarily in product…
Who Eric represents
Eric reviews new inquiries case-by-case for ip, patent, and trademark matters in Milwaukee and the surrounding Wisconsin area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Eric studied and practices
Marquette University
J.D. · 2008
Milwaukee School of Engineering
B.S. Electrical · 1995
Jurisdictions
Eric's state bar admissions
U.S. District Court,
2010 · ACTIVE
Wisconsin
2008 · ACTIVE
Eric studied at J.D. in Marquette University and B.S. Electrical in Milwaukee School of Engineering.
Law school and academic background
Eric completed J.D. in Marquette University and B.S. Electrical in Milwaukee School of Engineering. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Eric runs in Wisconsin is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Eric's professional memberships and bar associations
State Bar of Wisconsin
membership
Locations
Eric L. Schlevensky's office in Milwaukee
Eric's primary office is at 840 North Plankinton Avenue, Milwaukee, WI, 53203. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Eric L. Schlevensky — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new ip attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Eric usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Eric charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Eric's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Eric will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a ip attorney in Milwaukee, Wisconsin
A short list to run through before you commit: How many ip matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Eric
Eric discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in ip practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every ip matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Eric confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Eric's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many ip practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Eric L. Schlevensky
How much does it cost to hire Eric for a ip case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Eric walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Eric offer a free consultation?
Eric charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Eric's office. Some ip attorneys offer free consults — check Eric's current terms during booking.
How long do ip cases in Wisconsin typically take?
Simple ip matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Eric gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Eric take my case if I'm outside Milwaukee?
Eric is licensed in Wisconsin. Matters governed by Wisconsin law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Eric will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Eric?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Eric will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Eric accepting new ip clients right now?
Eric's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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