Areas of Focus

Chemical, Pharmaceutical/Life Sciences and Litigation

Education

Saint Louis University (J.D., 2009)
University of Missouri - Columbia (M.S., Chemical Engineering, 2003)
University of Missouri - Columbia (B.S., Chemical Engineering, Honors Scholar, 2002)

Bar Information

Missouri, Admitted 2009
United States Patent and Trademark Office, Admitted 2010

Professional Summary

Mr. Tietz's practice focuses on preparing and prosecuting patent applications in the U.S. and abroad, conducting patentability searches, and assisting with freedom to operate opinions. His experience covers a broad range of technologies including green technology, agri-chemicals, catalysts, pollution control technology, pharmaceuticals, and animal health.

Mr. Tietz is a member of the Missouri Bar Association, Bar Association of Metropolitan St. Louis (BAMSL), and the American Institute of Chemical Engineers. He currently serves as an officer of the Patent, Trademark, and Copyright section of BAMSL.

Before practicing patent law, Mr. Tietz was a professional engineer in the environmental field where he advised clients on environmental issues as well as managed environmental remediation of industrial facilities.

Community Involvement

Mr. Tietz serves on the Industrial Advisory Board for the Chemical Engineering Department of the University of Missouri-Columbia. His duties on the board include advising faculty and students on the needs and opportunities in the chemical industry.

Articles and Presentations

"Patent Pending: Are You Waiting Too Long for Your Patent?" St. Louis Lawyer, January 2011.

Speaking Engagements

"Building a Sound Patent Asset," Extended Technology Entrepreneur Education Program, Center for Emerging Technologies, St. Louis, MO (December 1, 2010)

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