I am an experienced intellectual property consultant and technical advisor with a Juris Doctor from the University of San Diego School of Law and a physics background from UC San Diego. I provide legal and technical support in patent preparation, prosecution, and portfolio management across mechanical, software, and emerging technologies. I enjoy turning complex technical concepts into clear, client-ready strategies and materials. I have offered freelance consulting on trademarks and patents, including infringement analysis and motion drafting. I also tutor STEM subjects and have held leadership roles in academic organizations, earning multiple honors and scholarships throughout a strong academic career.

Bristol A. Scott

I am an experienced intellectual property consultant and technical advisor with a Juris Doctor from the University of San Diego School of Law and a physics background from UC San Diego. I provide legal and technical support in patent preparation, prosecution, and portfolio management across mechanical, software, and emerging technologies. I enjoy turning complex technical concepts into clear, client-ready strategies and materials. I have offered freelance consulting on trademarks and patents, including infringement analysis and motion drafting. I also tutor STEM subjects and have held leadership roles in academic organizations, earning multiple honors and scholarships throughout a strong academic career.

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I am an experienced intellectual property consultant and technical advisor with a Juris Doctor from the University of San Diego School of Law and a physics background from UC San Diego. I provide legal and technical support in patent preparation, prosecution, and portfolio management across mechanical, software, and emerging technologies. I enjoy turning complex technical concepts into clear, client-ready strategies and materials.

I have offered freelance consulting on trademarks and patents, including infringement analysis and motion drafting. I also tutor STEM subjects and have held leadership roles in academic organizations, earning multiple honors and scholarships throughout a strong academic career.

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Experience Level

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Freelance Consultant at Freelance
April 1, 2021 - Present
Provided intellectual property support to small and mid-sized clients, focusing on trademark, design patent, and utility patent matters. Evaluated technologies for patentability and potential infringement risks, prepared and prosecuted patent applications, responded to trademark cancellation proceedings, and drafted legal motions to support client IP strategies.
Technical Advisor at Mintz, Levin, Hohn, Ferris, Glovsky, and Popeo, PC
May 1, 2018 - April 1, 2021
Prepared and prosecuted patents for a variety of mechanical devices, with a strong focus on vaporizer technologies, cartridges, and related accessories. Managed intellectual property portfolio summaries, developed client presentations, and supported projects requiring a high level of technical and legal detail.
Technical Consultant at Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP
October 1, 2015 - June 1, 2016
Prepared and prosecuted utility and design patent applications across various technical domains, including software, video games, social media, digital currency, mechanical systems, optics, and data processing. Conducted patentability analyses, drafted office action responses, and compiled intellectual property portfolio summaries to support strategic IP development and client advisement.
Tutor and Teaching Assistant at CSU San Marcos & Palomar College STEM Center
June 1, 2012 - May 1, 2013
Tutored an entire Physics 101 section in conceptual physics, adapting instruction to meet the needs of non-STEM majors by using graphical representations in place of equations. Supported student learning by simplifying complex concepts and fostering engagement through visual and conceptual teaching methods.
Freelance Consultant at Self-employed
April 1, 2021 - Present
Provided intellectual property support to small and mid-sized clients, focusing on trademark, design patent, and utility patent matters. Evaluated technologies for patentability and potential infringement risks, prepared and prosecuted patent applications, responded to trademark cancellation proceedings, and drafted legal motions to support client IP strategies.
Astronomy, Physics, and Mathematics Tutor and Teaching Assistant at CSU San Marcos & Palomar College STEM Center
June 1, 2012 - May 1, 2013
Tutored an entire Physics 101 section in conceptual physics, adapting instruction to meet the needs of non-STEM majors by using graphical representations in place of equations. Supported student learning by simplifying complex concepts and fostering engagement through visual and conceptual teaching methods.

Education

Juris Doctor at University of San Diego School of Law
January 11, 2030 - February 6, 2026
Bachelor of Science in Physics (Astrophysics) at University of California, San Diego
January 11, 2030 - February 6, 2026
Associate of Science / Associate of Arts (Mathematics and Business) at Palomar College
January 11, 2030 - February 6, 2026
Juris Doctor at University of San Diego School of Law
January 11, 2030 - February 6, 2026
Bachelor of Science in Physics with specialization in Astrophysics at University of California, San Diego
January 11, 2030 - February 6, 2026
Associate of Science / Associate of Arts, emphasis in Mathematics and Business at Palomar College
January 11, 2030 - February 6, 2026

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Industry Experience

Professional Services, Software & Internet, Education, Computers & Electronics, Manufacturing