LeRoy Ashley is an electrical engineer and a patent attorney. He focuses his practice primarily on patent prosecution. His practice spans a wide range of technologies, including automotive systems, such as EV, internal-combustion, and hybrid propulsion systems, as well as thermal management and HVAC components. He also has significant experience with medical devices involving both mechanical systems and the application of neural networks for diagnostics and design. In addition, his work includes production and manufacturing technologies, additive manufacturing, consumer electronics, wireless communication systems, industrial machinery, electric-grid technologies, and aerospace and aeronautics components and systems.
LeRoy began his career at General Motors as a Controls Engineer, where he gained hands-on experience designing and implementing OEM software standards for the launch of new powertrain models, as well as troubleshooting dynamic incidents on the plant floor to maintain continuous production. When critical production needs arose, he worked on-site with diagnostic equipment to quickly assess system performance, develop an action plan, and guide skilled trades personnel in implementing effective technical solutions. While working at GM, LeRoy attended law school, building a foundation at the intersection of engineering and IP. In his final year of law school, while still working full-time at GM, he clerked at an intellectual property law firm, sharpening his skills in patent drafting and prosecution as well as litigation support. LeRoy leverages his technical training and industry experience to help clients protect innovations in electrical and computer technologies.

Professional Affiliations

• Intellectual Property Owners Association (IPO)
• Michigan IP Inn of Court

Community/Civic Involvement

The Fatherhood Initiative, Committee Member 
Super Fathers, Committee Member