In June, eight Ocean Tomo intellectual property (IP) disputes economic damages experts were named to the IAM Patent 1000, the “definitive ‘go-to’ resource for those seeking to identify world-class, private practice patent expertise and leading expert witnesses.” According to IAM, 96 economic damages experts representing 28 firms were among the IAM Patent 1000 this year. […]
James E. Malackowski
Six Managing Directors Join Ocean Tomo IP Disputes Practice
In June, J.S. Held President and CEO Jon Held announced the formation of J.S. Held Intellectual Property (IP) practice, which is a combination of the professionals from Ocean Tomo and IPFC and reports up through the firm Financial Investigations Division. The IP Practice is a core component of J.S. Held overall technical, scientific, and financial […]
IP Hall of Fame Recognizes James E. Malackowski
Ocean Tomo, a Part of J.S. Held, celebrates the recognition of James E. Malackowski for his work to establish intellectual property (IP) as one of the key business assets of the 21st Century. Along with Supreme Court Justice Stephen Breyer, Mr. Malackowski was chosen by the IP Hall of Fame Academy from a list of […]
Ocean Tomo Transactions, a part of J.S. Held, Surpasses $1.5 Billion in Intellectual Property Transactions
Ocean Tomo, a part of J.S. Held LLC, announced today the updated performance of Ocean Tomo Transactions, LLC, a part of the firm’s Advisory Services business. Ocean Tomo serves as a trusted advisor to large and small operating company patent owners, successfully closing Intellectual Property (IP) transactions with a cumulative value exceeding $1.5 Billion. Managing […]
Ocean Tomo Joins Forces with J.S. Held
A Letter from James E. Malackowski, Co-Founder and CEO of Ocean Tomo I am excited to share that Ocean Tomo is joining forces with J.S. Held, a global consulting firm that provides specialized technical, scientific, financial, and advisory services. This alliance furthers our efforts to deliver first-class service and expertise to our clients. Like Ocean […]
IP Transaction Ecosystem – Update on Market Activity
Ocean Tomo Chief Executive James E. Malackowski will join the Greater Washington DC Chapter of the Licensing Executives Society (LES USA/Canada) for their monthly meeting and webinar on Thursday, September 9, 2021, from noon to 1:00 pm EST. The event is free to LES members. Non-members can contact [email protected] for registration details. Jim’s presentation will […]
Ocean Tomo Acquires Veris Consulting
Earlier today, Ocean Tomo in partnership with Bow River Capital, announced the acquisition of Virginia-based financial forensics firm, Veris Consulting. Founded by industry stalwart Larry Johnson, Veris Consulting is led by an experienced team including Michelle Avery, Jon Couchman, and Ed Buttner. Veris Consulting expands Ocean Tomo’s platform of services, adding several testifying expert witness […]
Illinois Intellectual Property Alliance Five Year Vision and 2021 Strategic Plan
Yesterday the Illinois Intellectual Property Alliance (ILIPA) held its’ inaugural retreat. During the session, the group of leading intellectual property market participants throughout the state of Illinois discussed a framework for a five-year vision for the organization focused on Education & Awareness-building, Ecosystem Development, Value Creation for the State of Illinois, along with near term […]











