Scott Oldham, IP Attorney in Cleveland, Ohio
Over 35 years of legal practice
Cleveland, OH
Practicing ip in Cleveland since 1991.
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Scott Oldham is an attorney based in Cleveland, OHIO. The practice focuses on IP. Scott has over 35 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Cleveland, OHIO
- Experience
- over 35 years
- Known for
- IP
- Handles IP matters from Cleveland, OHIO.
- Over 35 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Patent Law (2026).
About Scott Oldham: Scott Oldham is an attorney based in Cleveland, OHIO. The practice focuses on IP. Scott has over 35 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Scott's practice areas in Cleveland
Scott concentrates on ip. Each area below outlines the kind of case Scott handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
IP cases in Cleveland, Ohio
Scott takes ip matters in Cleveland, Ohio. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Scott agrees to represent you.
Biography
Scott Oldham, ip attorney serving Cleveland
Scott Oldham is an attorney based in Cleveland, OHIO. The practice focuses on IP. Scott has over 35 years of legal experience. Scott works from Cleveland, Ohio and takes on ip matters across the region.
Scott M. Oldham focuses his practice on all areas of intellectual property, including the procurement and enforcement of patent rights in technologies including biomedical, polymers, sensors, thermoelectric, energy components, electrical, electro-mechanical and mechanical arts as well as information technology, software and business methods. He has experience in the evaluation of patent-related issues and rendering of legal opinions relating to patentability, infringement, validity, right-to-use and clearance issues.
Scott participates in the prosecution and defense of a wide range of intellectual property matters including patent, trademark and copyright infringements, and misappropriation of trade secrets. He prepares and procures trademark applications worldwide and oversees trademark cancellation proceedings.
Scott evaluates and protects trade secret information and development of trade-secret protection programs. His practice includes defense and enforcement relating to trade-secret misappropriation. He also procures copyright registrations in the United States and abroad and handles the investigation, defense and prosecution of copyright infringement issues.
Scott, for example, currently serves as counsel for Schneller LLC, a Transdigm company, which provides a world-class portfolio of engineered decorative materials, including film laminates, reinforced laminates, thermoplastic sheets, utility flooring and an ever-expanding array of custom applications. Schneller, LLC works with nearly all airlines, major aircraft and rail-car manufacturers.
Scott’s practice includes the formulation of company strategies for the procurement and protection of intellectual property rights. He is experienced in the negotiation and preparation of intellectual property license agreements, joint-development and technology agreements. He develops company policies and procedures for management of intellectual property, including internal and external invention disclosure policies, inventor recognition programs, non-competition, confidentiality, and non-solicitation policies and agreements for employees and third parties. Scott also develops and manages systems for evaluation of intellectual-property rights and due diligence regarding intellectual-property rights acquired or divested in mergers and acquisitions.
Working with Scott on a ip matter
Scott M. Oldham focuses his practice on all areas of intellectual property, including the procurement and enforcement of patent rights in technologies including biomedical, polymers, sensors, thermoelectric, energy components, electrical, electro-mechanical and mechanical arts as well as information technology, software and business methods. He has experience in the evaluation of patent-related…
Who Scott represents
Scott reviews new inquiries case-by-case for ip matters in Cleveland and the surrounding Ohio area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Scott studied and practices
The University of Akron
J.D. · 1991
Colorado School of Mines
B.S. · 1983
Jurisdictions
Scott's state bar admissions
Ohio, Ohio State Bar
1991 · ACTIVE
Scott studied at J.D. in The University of Akron and B.S. in Colorado School of Mines.
Law school and academic background
Scott completed J.D. in The University of Akron and B.S. in Colorado School of Mines. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Scott runs in Ohio is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Scott's legal honors and published work
Scott has received 10 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
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
Best Lawyers in America — Trade Secrets Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Intellectual Property
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — AV Preeminent, Martindale-Hubbell
2026
Best Lawyers in America — The Best Lawyers in America
2026
Best Lawyers in America — , Patent Law, 2025-26
2026
Legal awards and honors
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). Best Lawyers in America — Trade Secrets Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Intellectual Property (2026).
Locations
Scott Oldham's office in Cleveland
Scott's primary office is at 200 Public Square, Suite 2800, Cleveland, Ohio, 44114. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Scott Oldham — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new ip attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Scott usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Scott charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Scott'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; Scott will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a ip attorney in Cleveland, Ohio
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 Scott
Scott 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. Scott confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Scott'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 Scott Oldham
How much does it cost to hire Scott for a ip case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Scott walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Scott offer a free consultation?
Scott charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Scott's office. Some ip attorneys offer free consults — check Scott's current terms during booking.
How long do ip cases in Ohio 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. Scott gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Scott take my case if I'm outside Cleveland?
Scott is licensed in Ohio. Matters governed by Ohio law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Scott 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 Scott?
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. Scott will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Scott accepting new ip clients right now?
Scott'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 Cleveland, Columbus and Cincinnati in Ohio
Scott handles ip matters throughout Ohio. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified ip attorneys in that community.
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