Rodrigo de Almeida Klein is a Chemical Engineer graduated from Federal University of Rio de Janeiro (UFRJ) with experience in the field of Intellectual Property and with a main focus on Patents. Rodrigo advises his clients on a wide range of technical issues regarding patent prosecution, as well as performing prior art searches and drafting patents and freedom to operate reports, particularly in the chemical field.

Academic Background

Chemical Engineer – Graduated in Chemical Engineering from Federal University of Rio de Janeiro (UFRJ) in 2016.

Professional Experience

Technical analysis of patents, including preparing responses for unfavorable technical opinions, technical demands and appeals against rejection.

Publications

• "Plano estratégico do INPI para melhoria no sistema de propriedade industrial até 2026", ALAE – Aliança de Advocacia Empresarial, October 2023.
• "Plano estratégico do INPI para melhoria no sistema de propriedade industrial até 2026", Conjur – Consultor Jurídico, October 2023.
• "The World Environment Day and the Brazilian PTO’s Green Patent Program", Lexology / International Law Office, June 2021.
• "O Dia Mundial do Meio Ambiente e o Programa de Patentes Verdes do INPI", Estadão, June 2021.
• "BRPTO anticipates Phase II of Patent Prosecution Highway Programme", International Law Office, January 2021.