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Ludwig APC at a Glance
50+ Years of Global Experience
More than 50 years of helping clients with complex IP, tech, and business disputes worldwide.
Proven Litigation Success
Winning major cases and settlements that protect innovation and drive business growth.
Diverse Client Portfolio
Trusted by startups, established enterprises, and Fortune 50 leaders across industries.
Privacy & Cybersecurity Expertise
Focus on emerging technologies, cybersecurity laws, and digital IP protection.
Meet the Experts Protecting Your Innovations
Our experienced and skilled attorneys have been helping clients protect their intellectual property assets, assert IP rights, and defend against infringement claims for decades.
Eric Ludwig
Founding Partner
Eric is our founding partner, an experienced trial lawyer, and a certified privacy professional. His focus is on cases involving IP, business litigation, privacy, data security, and technology.
Rob Pribish
Senior Attorney
Rob is a senior attorney with extensive experience in handling class action business disputes. He has handled claims for unfair competition, breach of contract, and false advertising, among others.
Andy Kubik
Litigation Attorney
A litigation attorney since 2006, Andy concentrates on trademark disputes, unfair competition, and brand protection. His strategies help defend market identity and value.
John Guist
Litigation Attorney
John has been a litigation attorney for more than 25 years. He has experience in handling a diverse range of intellectual property and corporate transaction matters in Federal courts.
Our Core Services
Protect your intellectual property with the help of our experts. We focus on providing legal solutions that help your business stay ahead of the curve, defend against infringement lawsuits, and make the most out of your intellectual property. We handle every phase of IP protection, enforcement, and defense, no matter how complex.
Why Clients Trust Ludwig APC
With more than 50 years of combined experience in business, technology, cybersecurity, privacy, and intellectual property law, Ludwig APC protects your innovation across borders and helps you scale securely and strategically. Our attorneys have led dozens of successful jury trials and resolved complex infringement disputes across industries, helping clients defend their rights, secure market share, and lay the foundation for long-term growth.
Experts You Can Count On
- Personal Focus
- Global Expertise
- Technology Insights
- Custom Legal Strategies
Success by the Numbers
- 50+ years combined IP law experience
- 50+ industries served globally
- Dozens of successful litigation outcomes
- Clients include Fortune 50 companies
Who We Serve
From startups to Fortune 50 companies, we understand the unique challenges of protecting innovation in competitive markets. Ludwig APC serves intellectual property owners, attorneys, and corporate counsel from across industries where technology, creativity, and intellectual property drive success.
Consumer Products
Protecting product designs, trademarks, and innovations that define brand identity and market value. Helping you defend against infringement and maintain competitive advantage.
Electronics
Advising manufacturers and developers on patents, trade secrets, and licensing for advanced electronic technologies. Resolving disputes that impact your product integrity and market access.
Medical Devices
Securing IP rights for cutting-edge medical technologies, from concept to commercialization. Guiding your business through regulatory, patent, and litigation challenges worldwide.
Military & Defense
Supporting defense contractors and technology providers with IP protection, compliance, and government contract matters. Safeguarding innovations vital to national security.
Renewable Energy
Protecting innovations in clean technology, energy storage, and sustainable solutions. Helping you commercialize your inventions while defending against infringement.
Software
Advising developers and tech companies on software patents, copyrights, and licensing. Managing disputes involving code, algorithms, and digital platforms.
Wireless & Telecommunications
Protecting advancements in connectivity, 5G, and communication systems. Handling complex patent, licensing, and litigation issues across global markets.
Frequently Asked Questions
Our attorneys represent clients nationwide and internationally, covering IP protection, infringement issues, privacy and cybersecurity, licensing, and other business matters.
We serve a wide range of industries, including medical devices, wireless and telecommunications, software, electronics, consumer products, renewable energy, and defense and military. Our clients depend on us to assert and defend their IP rights.
We coordinate with global IP networks and foreign counsel to secure patents, trademarks, and copyrights across multiple jurisdictions.
Our attorneys thoroughly investigate your invention, brand, or creative work and recommend the right strategy, whether it’s a patent, trademark, copyright, or trade secret.
Call 619.929.0873 or reach out online to schedule a consultation. We’ll review your goals, evaluate your IP assets, and outline a clear legal strategy.
We combine 50+ years of experience, trial success, and deep technical knowledge that deliver practical, results-driven solutions for every client.
We manage all types of IP, including patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets.
Strong IP protection prevents unauthorized use, strengthens market position, and increases your company’s valuation.
We conduct thorough infringement analyses, investigate unauthorized use, and advise on enforcement or litigation options.
Contact us immediately. We’ll evaluate the claim, develop a defense strategy, and work to protect your business interests.
We represent clients of all sizes, from emerging startups to Fortune 50 companies, across diverse industries.
We offer free initial consultations to discuss your IP goals and how we can help.
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Intellectual property law evolves constantly, and staying informed is essential to you protecting your ideas and innovations. Explore our latest insights and resources on IP strategy, technology trends, and legal developments that could impact your business.
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Protect your intellectual property today. Connect with Ludwig APC to discuss your goals, assess your IP assets, and build a strategy that protects your innovation and strengthens your business.
