Ben Stinebruner

Ben Stinebruner is an Intellectual Property Paralegal in the Patent group at Gray Ice Higdon. Since joining the firm in 2022, he has built a reputation for being highly organized, responsive, and strategically minded—qualities that make him a trusted resource for clients managing active patent portfolios. Ben works across client types, from individual inventors to large technology companies, helping them protect their innovations through careful docketing, timely filings, and proactive portfolio management.

What distinguishes Ben from other IP paralegals is his academic background in both Chemistry and Computer Science. That scientific and technical fluency allows him to engage more deeply with the subject matter of the patents he manages—particularly in technology-driven fields—and to bring a more informed perspective to every matter he handles.

Ben's work encompasses the full operational cycle of patent prosecution and portfolio management:

• Organizing and maintaining IP portfolio dockets for clients of all sizes
• Monitoring patent deadlines and sending timely reminders to ensure no critical dates are missed
• Filing patent applications and preparing responses to official actions from the USPTO
• Organizing and filing prior art submissions
• Supporting attorneys with day-to-day management of active patent matters
• Exploring and implementing AI-assisted tools to improve workflow and efficiency within the IP practice group

Ben approaches his work with calm precision and thorough preparation. Clients and colleagues alike describe him as organized, punctual, and efficient — a paralegal who manages complexity without losing sight of the details that matter most.

Patent Protection

Post-Baccalaureate Certificate, Computer Science, Tufts University (2025)

B.S., Chemistry, Centre College (2019)

Outside of the office, Ben is an avid soccer player and fan — he watches or plays in some capacity every day. He is also a committed traveler with a personal goal of visiting at least two new countries each year, a pursuit that reflects his curiosity, adaptability, and enthusiasm for new experiences.