Hyun Kyu Lee

Hyun Kyu Lee

Seattle, WA recognized lawyers icon Recognized in Ones to Watch since 2025
Seed Intellectual Property Law Group LLP

17 Best Lawyers awards

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Awarded Practice Areas

Patent Law

Biography

BACKGROUND

Nathan Lee is a seasoned patent attorney with a multidisciplinary background in electrical engineering, computer science, and law. His practice bridges complex technical innovation with nuanced legal strategy, particularly in high-tech sectors. With international legal experience and a deep understanding of global patent systems, Nathan delivers practical, business-focused solutions in an increasingly interconnected IP landscape.

EXPERIENCE

Nathan brings over a decade of experience in intellectual property law, advising cutting-edge companies across industries such as telecommunications, semiconductors, software, artificial intelligence, medical devices, and advanced display technologies. His practice covers the full spectrum of the IP lifecycle, including patent drafting and prosecution, strategic portfolio development, freedom-to-operate assessments, and competitive landscape analysis.

He regularly advises clients on patent licensing and technology transactions, helping them maximize the commercial value of their intellectual property. Nathan also supports patent litigation, providing technical analysis and strategic guidance on issues of validity, infringement, and enforcement. With a global outlook and a practical, business-focused mindset, Nathan delivers customized IP strategies to support innovation in a rapidly evolving marketplace.

AFFILIATIONS

Nathan is admitted to practice law in Washington and California and is registered to practice before the United States Patent and Trademark Office. He is also admitted to the Korean Patent Bar and is a member of the Korean Patent Attorneys Association.

Seed Intellectual Property Law Group LLP

17 Best Lawyers awards

Seed Intellectual Property Law Group LLP logo

Overview

  • University of California Berkeley, J.D., graduated 2014

  • California, The State Bar of California, 2021
  • California, The State Bar of California, 2021
  • University of California Berkeley, J.D., graduated 2014

Client Testimonials

Awards & Focus

Recognized in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America 2026 for work in:
  • Patent Law
Additional Areas of Practice:
  • Litigation - Intellectual Property

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