Akhlagi, Babak

Babak Akhlaghi serves as the Managing Director of NovoTech Patent Firm, an intellectual property law firm based in Washington, D.C. Distinguished for his expertise in patent law, Mr. Akhlaghi focuses his practice on patent preparation and prosecution, particularly within the fields of electrical engineering and computer science. He has successfully secured patents for groundbreaking technologies, including artificial intelligence, machine learning, medical devices, semiconductors, and mobile applications.

A recognized authority in the field, Mr. Akhlaghi is the co-author of the Patent Applications Handbook, published annually by West Publications since 1992. He also serves as an adjunct professor at the University of Maryland, College Park, where he teaches a graduate-level course on the legal aspects of entrepreneurship, furthering the education of aspiring innovators and entrepreneurs.

Mr. Akhlaghi's career includes notable positions at leading law firms and serving as in-house counsel for Panasonic Corporation in Japan, where he gained valuable global insights into patent law. Beyond his distinguished legal career, Mr. Akhlaghi has demonstrated a strong commitment to community service through his pro bono work at the Landlord-Tenant Resource Center in Washington, D.C.

Mr. Akhlaghi holds a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from the University of Maryland, where he graduated at the top of his class. He earned his Juris Doctorate from the University of Houston Law Center. He is admitted to practice in Maryland, the District of Columbia, and before the United States Patent and Trademark Office.

Recognized both for his technical expertise and legal proficiency, Mr. Akhlaghi has earned a "Superb" rating on Avvo and has been selected as a Super Lawyer every year since 2019. His leadership, knowledge, and commitment to excellence continue to position him as an esteemed figure in the legal and intellectual property communities.