OUR PEOPLE

JOHN A. GRIFFITHS

Founding Partner
Registered Patent Attorney


John co-founded Griffiths & Seaton PLLC and specializes in computer software architecture, semiconductor, and microprocessing technologies. His technical and legal knowledge merge to provide workable and impactful approaches to protecting intellectual work product. 

JOANN M. SEATON

Founding Partner
Registered Patent Attorney


JoAnn co-founded Griffiths & Seaton to provide exceptional legal services without all the fuss.  Her innovative yet down-to-earth approach creates customized IP strategies fitting the specific business objectives and priorities of each individual client.  JoAnn specializes in mechanical and electro-mechanical technologies.

MARK A. KUPANOFF

Senior Associate
Registered Patent Attorney


Mark focuses on domestic and international patent prosecution, along with intellectual property litigation and licensing matters. Mark is a bit of a perfectionist, which is an attribute he puts to work for his clients, protecting their most valued innovations.

JUSTIN C. JOHANSON

Associate
Registered Patent Attorney


Justin counsels clients in the computer arts, with a focus on microprocessor technologies, data storage systems, and semiconductor solutions. Justin is fluent in Japanese,  decreasing translation costs and increasings efficiencies when filing abroad.