Kyle Forgue is dedicated to fortifying innovation – safeguarding his client’s groundbreaking ideas from competitors through robust patent and intellectual property protection and enforcement. He navigates the complexities of product development, offering strategic counsel that can minimize risks and maximize opportunities.
Kyle's experience spans a broad spectrum of technologies, ranging from intricate mechanical systems to cutting-edge electromechanical inventions. He crafts patent applications for domestic and international jurisdictions, particularly in the aircraft, automotive, and consumer product sectors. He brings a comprehensive approach to advising on owning, monetizing, and protecting intellectual assets across global markets.
In the courtroom and beyond, Kyle is a formidable advocate. He guides clients through high-stakes litigation in U.S. District Courts and spearheads patent validity challenges before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. His keen eye for detail proves invaluable when evaluating new products against competitor patents, ensuring clients stay ahead of potential infringement issues.
Kyle's passion for creativity and the law extends beyond the corporate world. As a project leader for Engineering Projects in Community Service at Purdue University, he harnessed technology to create devices that improved lives in the local community. This experience, coupled with his legal acumen, allows Kyle to approach intellectual property challenges with both technical precision and a human-centered perspective.
Credentials
Education
- Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law, J.D., certificate in intellectual property law, member of the Indiana International & Comparative Law Review
- Purdue University, B.S., mechanical engineering
Bar Admissions
- Illinois
- U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
Court Admissions
- U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit
- U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan
- U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois

