David is a Shareholder at Stanek Lemon, where he manages patent prosecution across diverse domains including software, communications, semiconductors, electrical engineering, mechanical technologies, medical devices, and emerging fields such as artificial intelligence and machine learning. His experience includes securing patents for a wide range of healthcare innovations, from digital imaging systems and wearable health monitoring devices to computer-assisted surgical tools and consumer healthcare technologies such as mobile health applications, electronic personal care devices, and interactive patient care systems.

David’s practice also includes counseling, licensing, and due diligence, supporting clients from startups to large corporations in building strong patent portfolios both domestically and internationally. He takes a comprehensive, business-aligned approach, investing the time to understand each client’s technology and goals in order to develop effective patent strategies. His commitment to excellence is reflected in his practical, tailored guidance and his dedication to protecting innovation.

Honors and Awards

• Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch – North Carolina, since 2023

Education

• The University of North Carolina School of Law, J.D., 2016
• North Carolina State University, B.S. in Electrical Engineering, summa cum laude, 2013

Bar Admissions

• North Carolina
• District of Columbia Bar
• U.S. Patent and Trademark Office

Activities & Affiliations

• North Carolina Bar Association – Section: Intellectual Property, CLE Committee Co-Chair (2022-2025)