John S. Artz, IP Attorney in Ann Arbor, Michigan
focused on IP and Patent
Ann Arbor, MI
Trusted ip attorney serving Ann Arbor.
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John S. Artz is an attorney based in Ann Arbor, MICHIGAN. The practice focuses on IP and Patent.
- Based in
- Ann Arbor, MICHIGAN
- Experience
- attorney
- Known for
- IP · Patent
- Handles IP and Patent matters from Ann Arbor, MICHIGAN.
- Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Patent Law (Ann Arbor) (2024).
About John S. Artz: John S. Artz is an attorney based in Ann Arbor, MICHIGAN. The practice focuses on IP and Patent.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by John S. Artz
John concentrates on ip and patent. Each area below outlines the kind of case John handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
IP cases in Ann Arbor, Michigan
John takes ip matters in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before John agrees to represent you.
Patent cases in Ann Arbor, Michigan
John takes patent matters in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before John agrees to represent you.
Biography
About John S. Artz — Attorney of Michigan ip experience
John S. Artz is an attorney based in Ann Arbor, MICHIGAN. The practice focuses on IP and Patent.
John S. Artz, a partner with Dickinson Wright PLLC has more than twenty-five years of experience and practices in all areas of intellectual property litigation. He also has extensive experience with the acquisition, management, and prosecution of patent, trademark, copyright, and trade secret assets. He serves and has served as lead counsel for many companies in federal courts across the country, including the Federal Circuit Court of Appeals. John also has served as lead counsel in 25+ IPRs before the Patent Office and appeared before the U.S. Supreme Court in the seminal TrafFix Devices, Inc. v. Marketing Displays, Inc., which addresses the interplay between patent and trade dress rights.
John has been recognized as a leader in the field of intellectual property by Chambers USA. He has also been named an IP Star by Managing Intellectual Property since 2016 as well as a D Business Magazine Top Lawyer in 2013, and 2016-2018. John is a co-chair of Dickinson Wright’s Intellectual Property Litigation Group. John is a past President of the Michigan Intellectual Property Law Association and is currently a co-chair of the Intellectual Property Section of the Federal Bar Association for the Eastern District of Michigan.
John recently served as lead trial counsel in a four-week bench trial in the Court of Federal Claims resulting in a finding of patent infringement and damages against the U.S. Government. He also recently prevailed on Summary Judgment against a $20 Million patent infringement claim relating to consumer products brought against one of his clients.
He has worked in such diverse technologies as materials processing, sporting goods, energy management products and systems, medical implants, automotive products, consumer products, and lasers.
Working with John on a ip matter
John S. Artz, a partner with Dickinson Wright PLLC has more than twenty-five years of experience and practices in all areas of intellectual property litigation. He also has extensive experience with the acquisition, management, and prosecution of patent, trademark, copyright, and trade secret assets. He serves and has served as lead counsel for many companies in federal courts across the country,…
Who John represents
John reviews new inquiries case-by-case for ip and patent matters in Ann Arbor and the surrounding Michigan area.
Credentials
John S. Artz's legal education and bar admissions
Detroit College of Law
J.D. · 1992
John studied at J.D. in Detroit College of Law.
Law school and academic background
John completed J.D. in Detroit College of Law. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice John runs in Michigan is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of John S. Artz
John has received 7 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Lawyer of the Year — Patent Law (Ann Arbor)
2024
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Intellectual Property
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Patent
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Patent Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Copyright Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Trademark Law
2026
Legal awards and honors
Lawyer of the Year — Patent Law (Ann Arbor) (2024). Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Intellectual Property (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Patent (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Patent Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Copyright Law (2026).
Locations
John S. Artz's office in Ann Arbor
John's primary office is at 350 South Main Street, Suite 300, Ann Arbor, Michigan, 48104. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire John S. Artz — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new ip attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with John usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
John charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain John'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; John will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a ip attorney in Ann Arbor, Michigan
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 John
John 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. John confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
John'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 John S. Artz
How much does it cost to hire John for a ip case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. John walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does John offer a free consultation?
John charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain John's office. Some ip attorneys offer free consults — check John's current terms during booking.
How long do ip cases in Michigan 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. John gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can John take my case if I'm outside Ann Arbor?
John is licensed in Michigan. Matters governed by Michigan law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — John 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 John?
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. John will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is John accepting new ip clients right now?
John's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
IP attorneys serving Ann Arbor, Detroit and Grand Rapids in Michigan
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