I’m the founder of Stevens Patent Law LLC, where we help businesses and innovators protect what they’ve built. As the founding practitioner, I strive to create a values-driven culture of honesty, integrity, and fair pricing. Our team of experts share in these beliefs and take pride in living them out everyday, especially while securing intellectual property for your breakthrough technologies.
My journey spans over 20 years as a technologist, including 12 years with U.S. Army Special Forces. Combined with my Electrical Engineering background, I’ve developed hands-on expertise in everything from electronic surveillance to satellite communications to cybersecurity, information technology, and software development under real-world conditions. The military didn’t just teach me technical skills—it showed me how technology performs when it matters most.
This experience shapes how I approach every patent application. Beyond understanding legal requirements, I genuinely comprehend the technology behind your innovations. I translate complex technical achievements into patent language that captures their true value and strategic importance.
I partner with clients to build IP portfolios that create lasting competitive advantages. The strategic thinking, thoroughness, and mission focus I developed in my military career now helps my clients protect their most valuable assets.
Looking for someone who combines deep technical understanding with practical experience to secure your innovations? Let’s connect. I’m committed to helping your company navigate today’s competitive landscape with confidence.
Jonathan Kempf is a skilled Patent Agent at Stevens Patent Law LLC, where he specializes in drafting and prosecuting patent applications, leveraging his extensive experience in electrical engineering and technical intelligence. His background includes reverse-engineering advanced radar systems at the National Space Intelligence Center in WPAFB, Ohio, where he developed algorithms for search, acquisition, and tracking functions and produced detailed technical assessments for intelligence and policy communities. This analytical rigor ensures that clients receive precise, strategically crafted patent applications tailored to their inventions.
Jonathan’s prior roles as a Test Engineer at the USNH InterOperability Lab and a Distribution Engineering Intern at Until Corporation sharpened his ability to analyze complex systems and communicate technical details effectively—a critical skill for translating innovative ideas into strong patents. Proficient in physics, engineering, systems, software, and programming languages like C, MATLAB, and Python, and tools such as AutoCAD and SolidWorks, he excels at understanding and protecting inventions across diverse technical fields.
With specialized training in radar theory and SIGINT fundamentals from institutions like NASIC and GTRI, Jonathan brings a unique perspective to patent prosecution, ensuring clients’ intellectual property is safeguarded with precision and foresight. His active Top Secret/SCI security clearance underscores his commitment to handling sensitive technical information with the utmost care.
Jonathan is dedicated to empowering innovators by delivering client-focused patent solutions that drive technological and commercial success.
Ashleigh Stevens is a seasoned Intellectual Property professional with 21 years of experience supporting patent, trademark, and trade secret matters across both law firms and in-house legal departments. Throughout her career, she has managed complex domestic and international IP portfolios for global corporations—including Lockheed Martin, Boeing, Kohler, 7-Eleven, Nabisco, and Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company.
Ashleigh’s expertise spans the full IP lifecycle, including U.S. and international filings, docketing, formalities, renewals, and IP due diligence. She is known for creating clear, efficient workflows, preparing USPTO filings with precision, and developing SOPs for legal teams and clients. Her ability to adapt to diverse legal environments while maintaining the highest standard of service makes her a valued resource for clients and attorneys alike.
Ashleigh holds a Bachelor of Professional Studies in Law Office Administration and an ABA-accredited Associate Degree in Paralegal Studies, both from Robert Morris University in Chicago. She is an active member of the Chicago Paralegal Association and the National Paralegal Association.
Abby Navarro serves as the Administrative Assistant at Stevens Patent Law LLC, where she provides essential support for the firm’s intellectual property practice. Abby brings valuable experience from her previous role as a Conference Support Specialist at PGI, where she spent four years honing her organizational and client service skills.
With a background in cosmetology and professional licensing through the Utah Division of Professional Licensing, Abby combines attention to detail with a client-focused approach. Her diverse experience enables her to effectively manage administrative responsibilities while ensuring smooth operations for the firm’s patent practice.
Abby’s professional journey reflects her commitment to excellence in administrative support and her ability to adapt to specialized technical environments. As part of the Stevens Patent Law team, she plays a key role in supporting the firm’s mission to protect and advance innovation in AI/ML, computer hardware and software, cybersecurity technologies, and all other innovative ideas.
Mallory Adams serves as a Patent Administrator at Stevens Patent Law LLC, where she manages the crucial administrative aspects of patent filing and prosecution matters. Her attention to detail and organizational skills ensure smooth operations in the patent filing and maintenance processes.
Prior to joining the firm, Mallory gained valuable experience serving at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, where she provided administrative support in a dynamic military environment. Her background includes education at the University of Alaska Fairbanks, contributing to her adaptable and resourceful approach to administrative challenges.
In her current role, Mallory coordinates with inventors, patent examiners, and legal professionals while maintaining detailed records of patent portfolios and prosecution deadlines. Her experience in both military and academic environments has honed her ability to manage complex administrative processes efficiently while maintaining high standards of accuracy and professionalism.
