Michael J. Burleigh

Competent patent attorney, but communication was inconsistent

I hired Michael Burleigh at Leydig, Voit & Mayer to assist with a utility patent application for a mechanical component my small business developed. His background in patent law, including the recognition from Best Lawyers, was evident in the thoroughness of the initial application draft. He clearly understood the technical nuances required by the USPTO. However, the process felt somewhat disjointed. There were significant delays in receiving updates, and responses to my emails sometimes took over a week, which created anxiety during a time-sensitive filing period. While the final work product was solid and he was professional in our meetings, managing client expectations on timelines could be improved. For straightforward patent matters, he knows his stuff, but be prepared to follow up proactively.