WHDA - Key Persons


Adele Critchley

Job Titles:
  • Patent Agent

Adrian, Stephen G.

Job Titles:
  • Founding Partner

Allen S. Melser

Job Titles:
  • Partner

Andrew G. Melick

Job Titles:
  • Partner

Bai, Xue

Job Titles:
  • Technical Specialist

Bo Xiao

Job Titles:
  • Agent
  • Technical Advisor
  • Patent Agent
Bo Xiao, a technical advisor and registered patent agent, holds a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering and has over 20 years of experience in both industrial and academic settings. He specializes in patent prosecution for fields such as electrical engineering, computer science, and material science. Dr. Xiao's expertise lies in telecommunications, semiconductor and biomedical devices, software engineering, nanotechnology, and quantum computing, making him well-equipped to provide comprehensive support to clients seeking to protect their intellectual property rights. Dr. Xiao's vast knowledge of technological innovations enables him to adeptly navigate the complexities of patent law and procedure, ensuring that his clients receive the best possible protection for their intellectual property. He takes a holistic approach to patent prosecution, resulting in precise and efficient outcomes for his clients. Dr. Xiao is a highly respected scholar who has published over 50 scientific articles in prestigious, peer-reviewed journals. He previously held the esteemed position of research associate professor in Electrical Engineering and the Center for Materials Research at Norfolk State University, where he taught courses in telecommunications engineering, semiconductor devices, microelectronics, and fundamentals of material science. He also served as an editorial board member for several top scientific journals. Outside of his professional life, Dr. Xiao enjoys hiking and often spends his spare time exploring nature in the wilderness. He is a passionate sports enthusiast who participates in various activities, such as windsurfing, snowboarding, rock climbing, tennis, badminton, and pickleball.

Brown, Thomas E.

Job Titles:
  • Equity Partner

Caridi, Michael J.

Job Titles:
  • Co - Managing Partner

Critchley, Adele

Job Titles:
  • Patent Agent

George W. Lewis

Job Titles:
  • of Counsel

Hattori, Ken I.

Job Titles:
  • Founding Partner / Partner Emeritus

Honjo, Yuki

Job Titles:
  • Patent Agent

John P. Kong

Job Titles:
  • Partner

Ken I. Hattori

Job Titles:
  • Founding Partner / Partner Emeritus

Kim, Sung-Hoon

Job Titles:
  • Partner

Kong, John P.

Job Titles:
  • Partner

Lewis, George W.

Job Titles:
  • of Counsel

Melick, Andrew G.

Job Titles:
  • Partner

Melser, Allen S.

Job Titles:
  • Partner

Michael J. Caridi

Job Titles:
  • Co - Managing Partner

Michio Nakamura

Job Titles:
  • Advisor

Moskowitz, Simor L.

Job Titles:
  • Partner

Motohashi, Miki

Job Titles:
  • Associate

Nakamura, Michio

Job Titles:
  • Advisor

Nakamura, Tsuyoshi

Job Titles:
  • Co - Managing Partner

Nakamura, Yoshiya

Job Titles:
  • Patent Agent

Ogawa, Fumika

Job Titles:
  • Associate

Stephen G. Adrian

Job Titles:
  • Founding Partner