Raul Palacios Gamez is an intellectual property researcher at PCK with over a decade of experience in patent search and analysis. Before joining the firm, he completed hundreds of projects related to patentability, invalidity, and freedom-to-operate searches, supporting firms and businesses across North America. Raul previously worked as an engineer in the energy and aerospace sectors in the U.S., Mexico, and Germany. He is fluent in English and Spanish and proficient in French and German, making him a valued contributor to cross-border and multilingual projects. Raul is familiar with IP activity in mechanical, electrical, and industrial sectors, and brings analytical rigor and a practical lens to every assignment.
PRACTICE FOCUS
Raul supports clients through technical IP searches, including patentability, invalidity, and freedom-to-operate assessments. He works across mechanical, electrical, industrial, and energy-related technologies. Raul delivers landscape reports and strategic IP intelligence to inform early-stage product development, competitive positioning, and risk management. He is also training in patent drafting and claim construction, contributing to PCK’s broader patent preparation and procedural workflow.
EDUCATION
- Master of Science, Mechanical Engineering, McGill University, 2012
- Bachelor of Science, Mechatronics Engineering, Tecnológico de Monterrey, 2008
MEMBERSHIPS
- College of Patent Agents and Trademark Agents (CPATA)
- Intellectual Property Owners Association (IPO)
- Intellectual Property Institute of Canada (IPIC)
- International Trademark Association (INTA)