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Lance Venable

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Licensed for 25 years

Law Degree

Awards

Primary Practice Area

Litigation

Language

English

About

Lance was born and raised in Chicago, Illinois. He completed his Electrical Engineering degree from the Ira Fulton College of Engineering at Arizona State University and Juris Doctorate degree from the Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law at Arizona State University.In 1996, he became one of the founding shareholders at his previous firm of Venable, Campillo, Logan & Meaney (now Venjuris Law).  In October 2014, after 19 years with the firm, he left to start a new practice.  Lance is a seasoned lawyer who practices in all of the major areas of intellectual property law.  He has prosecuted hundreds of patent, trademark, and copyright matters before the U.S. Patent Trademark Office. As an experienced litigator, Lance has represented well over a hundred intellectual property matters in U.S. District and Appellate courts throughout the U.S. In one of his most high-profile cases, he was lead counsel for MDY Industries LLC before the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals where he obtained a favorable reversal in a landmark copyright decision involving the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) against Blizzard Entertainment, which involved the popular computer game World of Warcraft [629 F.3d 938 (2010)].Before attending law school, he worked as a design and applications engineer in the Semiconductor Product Sector of Motorola, Inc., Digital Equipment Corporation, and at US West Communications (now Century Link) in Phoenix, Arizona. While working as an engineer at Motorola, he also worked in their corporate patent department.Lance is an avid cyclist and die hard fan of both Chicago and his alma mater ASU’s sports teams.

Practices Areas

Intellectual Property

Litigation

Language

English

Contact

Law Office of Lance C. Venable, PLLC4939 West Ray Rd.Suite 4-219Chandler, AZ, 85226

Office: N/A

Website: N/A

Reviews

Linda
March 23, 2018

Attorney Lance Venable has worked with us for over 15 years. During this period, Lance has repeatedly demonstrated his expertise in trademark infringement, saving our company considerable time and money. In doing so, Lance has help protect our intellectual property and maintain our longstanding reputation as a manufacturer of quality products. Lance thoroughly reviews each incident and provides sound, candid legal counsel on the best way to handle our cases. Given his knowledge, experience, and effectiveness in getting the job done, we highly recommend Lance.

Barbara
February 12, 2018

Attorney Lance Venable was hired to file several trademarks for our new business. He came highly recommended by another client. I had filed one trademark application with the USPTO and knew I needed help with the others! Lance refiled my initial application and filed the others in an efficient and expedient manner. Lance was always available for questions either via email or phone. His courteous and friendly manner made each conversation enjoyable and knowledgeable as he explained in layman's terms the trademark process and how the steps worked. I highly recommend Lance Venable for trademark filing. He took away the pain of the whole process!

anonymous
January 30, 2018

I've been working with Lance for over 20 years. He's one of the hardest workers I've ever seen! He helped me out with getting all of my patents and trademarks. He is very knowledgeable and professional in all that he does. I would highly recommend him to anyone needing help in this field.

Sara
January 28, 2018

Lance is helpful, highly knowledgeable in IP and a solid communicator. Definitely recommend.

John
January 26, 2018

I have used Lance for several years and my Company has done so for 22 years, primarily trademark work. He is consistently efficient and practical in his advice and is easy to work with.

Mike
January 19, 2018

Lance has done a few projects for me. Both had to do with patent research and filing or other IP/ trademark stuff. Another time, he advised me when a competitor was being sued, and the litigant had requested to interview me. I usually assume that service provider is going to give me their best advice -- but, their best advice that also maps to a service they offer. It's pretty normal. It's like if you go to a mechanic, it's very unlikely that they're going to tell you that there is absolutely *nothing* wrong with your car. But, Lance's advice, I think is his best advice regardless of whether it involves a service he offers. I also think his advice is intelligent and straightforward. His process is pretty transparent; I don't feel like there are things hidden. His services are not inexpensive. But, they're not out of line.

Paul Cyr
January 18, 2018

I was referred to Lance from another lawyer when we had an issue with our trademark being infringed. Lance immediately responded and was available throughout the process. we were successful in our mutual goal to resolve the issue without a court proceeding. We highly recommend Mr. Venable.

Mechelle
January 17, 2018

Gave great advice through my trademark process to ultimately get the results I desired. Would definitely recommend.

Michael Donnelly
January 16, 2018

Lance was my attorney in the MDY Industries vs Blizzard Entertainment case. This was a very complex case of first impressions revolving around copyright law vs contract language and how software EULAs can be used as a vehicle to create copyright infringement, DMCA violations, and tortious interference. Lance represented my company (and me personally) in Federal District of Arizona Court and then up on appeal to the 9th Circuit. He was instrumental in briefing and oral argument before the 3-judge panel, where our case was combined with two other similar ones: Vernor v Autodesk and UMG Records v Augusto. Without Lance's expert help and relentless work, I would have most certainly been stuck personally liable and left a horrible precedent in AZ. Instead, the appeals court severed me personally and reversed the flawed copyright decision rendered by the district court.

Russ
January 13, 2018

Lance represented me for a US and Australian medical device patent. He has also done many patent searches for other inventions and recommended I proceed or to withhold moving forward based on his valued legal opinion. Lance is always professional and personable and also a very fair individual as he has always worked closely with me on controlling costs. I would highly recommend him as an intellectual Property legal advisor.

Linda
March 23, 2018

Attorney Lance Venable has worked with us for over 15 years. During this period, Lance has repeatedly demonstrated his expertise in trademark infringement, saving our company considerable time and money. In doing so, Lance has help protect our intellectual property and maintain our longstanding reputation as a manufacturer of quality products. Lance thoroughly reviews each incident and provides sound, candid legal counsel on the best way to handle our cases. Given his knowledge, experience, and effectiveness in getting the job done, we highly recommend Lance.

Barbara
February 12, 2018

Attorney Lance Venable was hired to file several trademarks for our new business. He came highly recommended by another client. I had filed one trademark application with the USPTO and knew I needed help with the others! Lance refiled my initial application and filed the others in an efficient and expedient manner. Lance was always available for questions either via email or phone. His courteous and friendly manner made each conversation enjoyable and knowledgeable as he explained in layman's terms the trademark process and how the steps worked. I highly recommend Lance Venable for trademark filing. He took away the pain of the whole process!

anonymous
January 30, 2018

I've been working with Lance for over 20 years. He's one of the hardest workers I've ever seen! He helped me out with getting all of my patents and trademarks. He is very knowledgeable and professional in all that he does. I would highly recommend him to anyone needing help in this field.

Sara
January 28, 2018

Lance is helpful, highly knowledgeable in IP and a solid communicator. Definitely recommend.

John
January 26, 2018

I have used Lance for several years and my Company has done so for 22 years, primarily trademark work. He is consistently efficient and practical in his advice and is easy to work with.

Mike
January 19, 2018

Lance has done a few projects for me. Both had to do with patent research and filing or other IP/ trademark stuff. Another time, he advised me when a competitor was being sued, and the litigant had requested to interview me. I usually assume that service provider is going to give me their best advice -- but, their best advice that also maps to a service they offer. It's pretty normal. It's like if you go to a mechanic, it's very unlikely that they're going to tell you that there is absolutely *nothing* wrong with your car. But, Lance's advice, I think is his best advice regardless of whether it involves a service he offers. I also think his advice is intelligent and straightforward. His process is pretty transparent; I don't feel like there are things hidden. His services are not inexpensive. But, they're not out of line.

Paul Cyr
January 18, 2018

I was referred to Lance from another lawyer when we had an issue with our trademark being infringed. Lance immediately responded and was available throughout the process. we were successful in our mutual goal to resolve the issue without a court proceeding. We highly recommend Mr. Venable.

Mechelle
January 17, 2018

Gave great advice through my trademark process to ultimately get the results I desired. Would definitely recommend.

Michael Donnelly
January 16, 2018

Lance was my attorney in the MDY Industries vs Blizzard Entertainment case. This was a very complex case of first impressions revolving around copyright law vs contract language and how software EULAs can be used as a vehicle to create copyright infringement, DMCA violations, and tortious interference. Lance represented my company (and me personally) in Federal District of Arizona Court and then up on appeal to the 9th Circuit. He was instrumental in briefing and oral argument before the 3-judge panel, where our case was combined with two other similar ones: Vernor v Autodesk and UMG Records v Augusto. Without Lance's expert help and relentless work, I would have most certainly been stuck personally liable and left a horrible precedent in AZ. Instead, the appeals court severed me personally and reversed the flawed copyright decision rendered by the district court.

Russ
January 13, 2018

Lance represented me for a US and Australian medical device patent. He has also done many patent searches for other inventions and recommended I proceed or to withhold moving forward based on his valued legal opinion. Lance is always professional and personable and also a very fair individual as he has always worked closely with me on controlling costs. I would highly recommend him as an intellectual Property legal advisor.

Linda
March 23, 2018

Attorney Lance Venable has worked with us for over 15 years. During this period, Lance has repeatedly demonstrated his expertise in trademark infringement, saving our company considerable time and money. In doing so, Lance has help protect our intellectual property and maintain our longstanding reputation as a manufacturer of quality products. Lance thoroughly reviews each incident and provides sound, candid legal counsel on the best way to handle our cases. Given his knowledge, experience, and effectiveness in getting the job done, we highly recommend Lance.

Barbara
February 12, 2018

Attorney Lance Venable was hired to file several trademarks for our new business. He came highly recommended by another client. I had filed one trademark application with the USPTO and knew I needed help with the others! Lance refiled my initial application and filed the others in an efficient and expedient manner. Lance was always available for questions either via email or phone. His courteous and friendly manner made each conversation enjoyable and knowledgeable as he explained in layman's terms the trademark process and how the steps worked. I highly recommend Lance Venable for trademark filing. He took away the pain of the whole process!

anonymous
January 30, 2018

I've been working with Lance for over 20 years. He's one of the hardest workers I've ever seen! He helped me out with getting all of my patents and trademarks. He is very knowledgeable and professional in all that he does. I would highly recommend him to anyone needing help in this field.

Sara
January 28, 2018

Lance is helpful, highly knowledgeable in IP and a solid communicator. Definitely recommend.

John
January 26, 2018

I have used Lance for several years and my Company has done so for 22 years, primarily trademark work. He is consistently efficient and practical in his advice and is easy to work with.

Mike
January 19, 2018

Lance has done a few projects for me. Both had to do with patent research and filing or other IP/ trademark stuff. Another time, he advised me when a competitor was being sued, and the litigant had requested to interview me. I usually assume that service provider is going to give me their best advice -- but, their best advice that also maps to a service they offer. It's pretty normal. It's like if you go to a mechanic, it's very unlikely that they're going to tell you that there is absolutely *nothing* wrong with your car. But, Lance's advice, I think is his best advice regardless of whether it involves a service he offers. I also think his advice is intelligent and straightforward. His process is pretty transparent; I don't feel like there are things hidden. His services are not inexpensive. But, they're not out of line.

Paul Cyr
January 18, 2018

I was referred to Lance from another lawyer when we had an issue with our trademark being infringed. Lance immediately responded and was available throughout the process. we were successful in our mutual goal to resolve the issue without a court proceeding. We highly recommend Mr. Venable.

Mechelle
January 17, 2018

Gave great advice through my trademark process to ultimately get the results I desired. Would definitely recommend.

Michael Donnelly
January 16, 2018

Lance was my attorney in the MDY Industries vs Blizzard Entertainment case. This was a very complex case of first impressions revolving around copyright law vs contract language and how software EULAs can be used as a vehicle to create copyright infringement, DMCA violations, and tortious interference. Lance represented my company (and me personally) in Federal District of Arizona Court and then up on appeal to the 9th Circuit. He was instrumental in briefing and oral argument before the 3-judge panel, where our case was combined with two other similar ones: Vernor v Autodesk and UMG Records v Augusto. Without Lance's expert help and relentless work, I would have most certainly been stuck personally liable and left a horrible precedent in AZ. Instead, the appeals court severed me personally and reversed the flawed copyright decision rendered by the district court.

Russ
January 13, 2018

Lance represented me for a US and Australian medical device patent. He has also done many patent searches for other inventions and recommended I proceed or to withhold moving forward based on his valued legal opinion. Lance is always professional and personable and also a very fair individual as he has always worked closely with me on controlling costs. I would highly recommend him as an intellectual Property legal advisor.

Linda
March 23, 2018

Attorney Lance Venable has worked with us for over 15 years. During this period, Lance has repeatedly demonstrated his expertise in trademark infringement, saving our company considerable time and money. In doing so, Lance has help protect our intellectual property and maintain our longstanding reputation as a manufacturer of quality products. Lance thoroughly reviews each incident and provides sound, candid legal counsel on the best way to handle our cases. Given his knowledge, experience, and effectiveness in getting the job done, we highly recommend Lance.

Barbara
February 12, 2018

Attorney Lance Venable was hired to file several trademarks for our new business. He came highly recommended by another client. I had filed one trademark application with the USPTO and knew I needed help with the others! Lance refiled my initial application and filed the others in an efficient and expedient manner. Lance was always available for questions either via email or phone. His courteous and friendly manner made each conversation enjoyable and knowledgeable as he explained in layman's terms the trademark process and how the steps worked. I highly recommend Lance Venable for trademark filing. He took away the pain of the whole process!

anonymous
January 30, 2018

I've been working with Lance for over 20 years. He's one of the hardest workers I've ever seen! He helped me out with getting all of my patents and trademarks. He is very knowledgeable and professional in all that he does. I would highly recommend him to anyone needing help in this field.

Sara
January 28, 2018

Lance is helpful, highly knowledgeable in IP and a solid communicator. Definitely recommend.

John
January 26, 2018

I have used Lance for several years and my Company has done so for 22 years, primarily trademark work. He is consistently efficient and practical in his advice and is easy to work with.

Mike
January 19, 2018

Lance has done a few projects for me. Both had to do with patent research and filing or other IP/ trademark stuff. Another time, he advised me when a competitor was being sued, and the litigant had requested to interview me. I usually assume that service provider is going to give me their best advice -- but, their best advice that also maps to a service they offer. It's pretty normal. It's like if you go to a mechanic, it's very unlikely that they're going to tell you that there is absolutely *nothing* wrong with your car. But, Lance's advice, I think is his best advice regardless of whether it involves a service he offers. I also think his advice is intelligent and straightforward. His process is pretty transparent; I don't feel like there are things hidden. His services are not inexpensive. But, they're not out of line.

Paul Cyr
January 18, 2018

I was referred to Lance from another lawyer when we had an issue with our trademark being infringed. Lance immediately responded and was available throughout the process. we were successful in our mutual goal to resolve the issue without a court proceeding. We highly recommend Mr. Venable.

Mechelle
January 17, 2018

Gave great advice through my trademark process to ultimately get the results I desired. Would definitely recommend.

Michael Donnelly
January 16, 2018

Lance was my attorney in the MDY Industries vs Blizzard Entertainment case. This was a very complex case of first impressions revolving around copyright law vs contract language and how software EULAs can be used as a vehicle to create copyright infringement, DMCA violations, and tortious interference. Lance represented my company (and me personally) in Federal District of Arizona Court and then up on appeal to the 9th Circuit. He was instrumental in briefing and oral argument before the 3-judge panel, where our case was combined with two other similar ones: Vernor v Autodesk and UMG Records v Augusto. Without Lance's expert help and relentless work, I would have most certainly been stuck personally liable and left a horrible precedent in AZ. Instead, the appeals court severed me personally and reversed the flawed copyright decision rendered by the district court.

Russ
January 13, 2018

Lance represented me for a US and Australian medical device patent. He has also done many patent searches for other inventions and recommended I proceed or to withhold moving forward based on his valued legal opinion. Lance is always professional and personable and also a very fair individual as he has always worked closely with me on controlling costs. I would highly recommend him as an intellectual Property legal advisor.