Shane’s practice encompasses all aspects of patent and trademark preparation and prosecution to protect clients’ innovations from competitors. He prepares patent applications in the United States and foreign jurisdictions covering a variety of technologies, including biochemical, chemical, medical device, mechanical, and software. In addition, Shane assists clients with trademark prosecution and clearance, including investigating search results and preparing risk analysis for new trademarks. Before joining the firm full-time, Shane was a summer associate and performed legal research; drafted formal and informal memoranda; reviewed and finalized deposition designations; and organized exhibits and objections. After earning his bachelor’s degree in biology, Shane worked for PPD, Inc., a global contract research organization, as an associate scientist performing complex analytical methods to analyze pharmaceutical compounds. He provided training to junior analysts and was responsible for 5S management tasks and writing non-conformances.

Honors & Awards

  • Rising Stars, Indiana Super Lawyers®, 2025

Professional Affiliations

  • Indianapolis Bar Association
    • Intellectual Property Section
    • Professionalism Committee
    • Young Lawyers Division
  • The Indianapolis Intellectual Property American Inn of Court

Publications

  • “How website terms of service may impact copyright claims,” The Indiana Lawyer, March 26, 2025.
  • “Reclaiming the web: Three ways to combat counterfeit websites,” The Indiana Lawyer, March 27, 2024.
  • “Complex estate planning: Managing the intangibles,” The Indiana Lawyer, December 6, 2023.

Civic & Community Involvement

  • Little Red Door Cancer Agency

    Young Professionals Council

  • 54th Annual Penrod Arts Fair

    Volunteer

  • Wheeler Mission

    Drumstick Dash, Committee Member

  • Indiana University

    Volunteer, Dance Marathon

  • Lambda Chi Alpha

    Little 500 Rider