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I operate at the intersection of front-end engineering, security operations, intelligence reporting, and program development. By day, I work as a Front-End Engineer building and modernizing public sector web platforms and applications in regulated, compliance-heavy environments. At the Alameda County District Attorney’s Office, I led multiple full rebuilds of public-facing platforms serving 30,000+ monthly users and drove accessibility from below WCAG A to full WCAG 2.1 AA compliance under DOJ-mandated standards across three county websites. My front-end work includes JavaScript, React, HTML5, CSS3, PHP, WordPress customization, front-end frameworks, UI development, performance optimization, accessibility remediation, and large-scale codebase refactoring. I have refactored legacy systems of 20,000+ lines of code, modernized architecture, improved performance by up to 30%, reduced production defects, and implemented staging-to-production workflows to improve release stability. By night, I support a growing GSOC program focused on security operations, intelligence reporting, incident readiness, and operational process development. My work includes developing SOPs, escalation workflows, operational playbooks, reporting standards, and repeatable procedures used by operators, analysts, management stakeholders, and program leadership. I monitor Factal alerts, RSS feeds, OSINT sources, internal reporting channels, SIEM activity, and security platforms to identify emerging risks to personnel, facilities, operations, and company events. I also create intelligence packets, event risk briefings, situational awareness reports, incident summaries, and executive-ready documentation to support proactive decision making. I have led internal training on AI-enabled productivity and analysis workflows for program leadership, helping improve research, documentation, reporting, and operational consistency. Core areas: JavaScript, React, HTML5, CSS3, PHP, WordPress, Front-End Architecture, Web Applications, WCAG 2.1 AA, Accessibility, Performance Optimization, Codebase Refactoring, Security Operations, GSOC, SIEM Monitoring, OSINT, Intelligence Reporting, Incident Triage, SOP Development, Process Improvement, Automation, AI-Enabled Workflows

I am a U.S.-based trademark and patent professional with extensive experience prosecuting applications before the United States Patent and Trademark Office since 2015. I have been engaged in legal practice since 2014, with a primary focus on intellectual property matters. My practice predominantly serves independent inventors, entrepreneurs, and early-stage companies. I have worked across a broad range of technical fields and, where necessary, have effectively adapted by developing subject-matter familiarity to meet the specific needs of each client. I am highly responsive and maintain a strong capacity to quickly understand new technologies and innovations. I take a practical, client-centered approach to legal services, particularly tailored to the needs of solo founders and small businesses. Unlike traditional law firm billing structures, I offer transparent flat-fee arrangements, flexible payment options, and cost-efficient services supported by a streamlined operational model. I remain actively engaged in identifying and supporting new inventions and innovative concepts, and I welcome opportunities to collaborate with clients bringing novel ideas to market. My background includes drafting full patent specifications, structuring and editing claims, preparing drawings and reference numerals, developing provisional and non-provisional applications, conducting patentability searches, assisting with Office Action responses, performing trademark searches, and preparing filing-ready trademark and copyright documentation. Clients work with me when they need: 1. Technically sound patent drafts ready for prosecution in USPTO, UKIPO, EU compliance 2. Specification, Claims that are readable, properly scoped, and internally consistent 3. Reliable filing support that meets USPTO, UKIPO deadlines without sacrificing quality 4. Clear risk analysis before investing in filing and prosecution I am efficient, detail-driven, and highly accustomed to working under tight timelines. Most projects are delivered as polished drafts ready for attorney review or direct client filing. 🔹 Services Offered Patent, Trademark & Copyright Documentation and Filing Support Trademark Services; - Comprehensive trademark clearance search, with report analysis - Trademark registration and filing (USPTO and international) - Comprehensive trademark search and clearance analysis - Likelihood of Confusion (Section 2(d)) analysis and risk assessment - Office Action responses and prosecution support - Trademark renewal and maintenance filings Patent Services; - Patentability search and novelty assessment - Patent application drafting (provisional and non-provisional) - Claims drafting, restructuring, and clarity editing - Full specification drafting (Background, Summary, Detailed Description) - Patent sketches and figure preparation with reference numerals - Prior art summaries and comparison matrices - Office Action technical response drafting support - Patent filing preparation and submission support Copyright Services: Copyright application preparation and filing support Work classification and documentation review Today, I bring that hard-earned insight to founders and early-stage companies. I help them protect and monetize innovations across mechanical, software, and AI technologies—so they can attract serious investment, preserve cash, and grow with confidence. My mission is simple: to turn your ideas into resilient assets that power your business forward, all backed by our service guarantee.

I have a long history of obtaining patents for my clients. Whether you are an independent inventor, a new start-up, a small to medium-sized US business, or an international corporation, I have the proven expertise and experience to guide your patent portfolio into the future. My expertise and experience extends to mechanical and electro-mechanical devices as well as related software, medical devices, farm vehicles and equipment, simple contracts, licensing, and joint venture contracts for complex international ventures.

I’ve been practicing commercial law for over 25 years, and am motivated by identifying creative solutions to challenging situations . I work with founders, business owners, investors, and international clients on the contracts and disputes that run their businesses - SaaS agreements, IP, employment, privacy, cease and desists, and more. My approach to drafting and dispute resolution combines creativity and persistence to reach practical outcomes for all parties. I’m direct, I move quickly, and I don’t dress things up. Background: LL.M. in Corporate Finance and M&A from Fordham Law, LL.M. in International Taxation from Hebrew University of Jerusalem, years at Deloitte (New York and Tel Aviv) on cross-border work, and years at Sunrise Securities Group counseling technology, cybersecurity, and real estate investment companies on financing, SEC reporting, and board governance. Admitted in New York. Fluent in English and Hebrew. What I work on most: • SaaS agreements, MSAs, and B2B commercial contracts • International and cross-border commercial transactions • Corporate counsel formation, governance, operating agreements, joint ventures • Corporate restructuring and reorganization • Tax planning and tax-driven structuring (U.S. and international) • Employment law agreements, contractors, non-competes, workplace issues • IP licensing, copyright protection, and infringement enforcement • Cease and desist letters • Privacy policies, terms of service, and data agreements • Demand letters and pre-litigation strategy • Ongoing counsel for small businesses What clients have said: “Absolutely top-tier. Strategic, fast, and incredibly professional.” “If you’re looking for an attorney who’s smart, intuitive, and truly looks out for you, Yael Katz is the one.” “Highly knowledgeable, thoughtful, and clearly an expert in her field.” Feel free to reach out for a non-billable preliminary consultation. I’ll give you initial guidance on what you’re working on, and we can take it from there.

I draft, review, and negotiate contracts for businesses worldwide with 24-hour turnaround available. As a California-licensed attorney with 14+ years of experience, I help clients with: 📄 Contract Drafting & Review Service agreements, consulting contracts, vendor agreements, SaaS terms, licensing deals, NDAs, operating agreements, partnership agreements, independent contractor agreements ✉️ Demand Letters Breach of contract, unpaid invoices, cease & desist, IP infringement, settlement demands, professionally drafted letters that get responses and recover money without litigation ⚖️ Legal Documents Terms of Service, Privacy Policies (GDPR/CCPA), website legal pages, corporate formation documents 💰 My demand letters have helped clients recover hundreds of thousands in unpaid fees. ✅ My contracts are clear, enforceable, and tailored to how your business actually operates. What clients say: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Sergei was absolutely fantastic throughout the process... definitely the best person I've worked with on Upwork so far." ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Very diligent, organized and savvy legal mind. Punctual, thorough and quick to review and edit. A gem." I respond quickly, deliver fast, and build long-term relationships. Message me about your project.

Igor Ozeruga is a software, AI, electrical, and mechanical patent attorney recognized by Best Lawyers® for Patent Law. Registered to practice before the USPTO and licensed in the State of Ohio, he brings over 15 years of experience and a technical background that includes a bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and a minor in Chemistry. Over the course of his practice, Igor has prepared and prosecuted hundreds of patent applications for Fortune 100 and Silicon Valley innovators across AI/ML, software, hardware and circuits, processing algorithms, encryption and cryptography, medical devices, consumer devices, electrical and electronic systems, and complex computer-implemented inventions. He has also represented clients in federal court and before the Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) and counseled clients on long-term patent portfolio strategy. What Igor does for clients: 1. Drafts and prosecutes U.S. patent applications (provisional and non-provisional) and Office Action responses. 2. Conducts prior art searches, freedom-to-operate (FTO) analyses, clearance searches, patentability assessments, and patent infringement evaluations. 3. Prepares patent validity, non-infringement, and FTO opinions. 4. Evaluates and manages patent portfolios, including portfolio audits and licensing analysis Counsels clients on patent portfolio strategy, including where to file, PCT versus direct national filings, and international and domestic protection strategies. 4. Negotiates and drafts patent licensing agreements, patent assignment agreements, and related IP contracts. 5. Litigates patent matters in federal court and before the PTAB (IPRs, ex parte reexaminations, and other post-grant proceedings). Igor also handles trademark and copyright matters and runs an active brand protection practice. He has removed more than 34,000 counterfeit listings and 1,600 infringing websites across online marketplaces and social media platform, work that helps recover revenue and protect brand equity for his clients. His approach is practical and business-oriented. He focuses on intellectual property strategies that protect innovation and long-term business value without unnecessary complexity.