David has advised some of the nation’s leading litigation funders and private equity firms on IP-heavy deals and portfolio reviews.

His diligence work focuses on:

• Patent strength and enforceability

• Litigation risk evaluation

• IP ownership and licensing chain of title

• Value analysis for funding and acquisition decisions

David’s clients rely on him to find red flags early — or uncover hidden value in overlooked assets.

David advises companies on how to build, manage, and monetize their intellectual property assets for long-term value.

He works closely with startups, inventors, and public companies to:

• Develop patent and trademark portfolios

• Identify protectable innovations

• Conduct IP audits

• Build strategies aligned with business goals and potential acquirers or investors

David is known for practical guidance that helps clients avoid over-patenting or litigation pitfalls while maximizing their competitive edge.

David advises, negotiates, and drafts intellectual property agreements for both companies and individuals.

Such transactions include::

• Licenses, both inbound and outbound

• Joint development agreements

• Confidentiality and non-disclosure agreements

• Intellectual property and technology transfer agreements

With extensive experience protecting software and engineering know-how, David guides clients in preventing misappropriation and enforcing their rights when it happens.

He helps companies implement:

• Trade secret identification and protection policies

• Employee training and exit protocols

• Confidentiality and non-compete agreements

• Litigation strategy for misappropriation cases

David Clonts has built a national reputation for representing clients in high-stakes patent and IP disputes. With a background in electrical engineering and software development, David brings rare technical fluency to the courtroom — helping juries, judges, and clients navigate even the most complex technologies.

He has served as lead counsel in multi-year litigation involving semiconductor design, medical devices, navigation technologies, and telecommunications infrastructure — frequently securing favorable verdicts or strategic settlements.

Whether representing plaintiffs or defendants, David blends deep legal experience with practical clarity, helping clients protect core innovations and defend against costly infringement claims.