Alkema “AJ” Woods is an associate at Gray Ice Higdon, PLC, focusing on patent preparation and prosecution. AJ works with in-house legal teams and pioneering technology innovators to secure patent rights, guiding clients through the complex process of obtaining favorable application examinations before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
Known for being calm, direct, and client-focused, AJ provides clear and concise recommendations that make the patent process accessible and manageable. Clients describe his approach as trustworthy and reliable, instilling confidence at every step. With a background as a software engineer, AJ brings practical insight into how technical teams approach solutions—an advantage he now applies to intellectual property matters.
AJ’s practice centers on patent preparation and prosecution, with a particular interest in emerging technologies, artificial intelligence, and machine learning applications. He partners with clients to protect innovations by anticipating challenges and delivering practical, results-oriented strategies.