MINNEAPOLIS – Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP is pleased to welcome Edward Sandor as a partner in its Minneapolis office. Sandor brings extensive technical insight and strategic guidance to companies at the forefront of innovation.

Sandor has nearly two decades of experience helping clients protect and maximize the value of their intellectual property and innovations. He guides clients through the full patent lifecycle for medical devices, semiconductors, software, AI, and other emerging technologies—from strategic planning and drafting to prosecution, monetization, and enforcement.

“Edward enhances our capacity to serve technology-driven clients with their intellectual property needs,” said Jason Kraus, chair of the Medical Device and Technology Patents Team. “His business-minded approach makes him a trusted advisor to innovators looking to grow and protect their market share.”

Sandor has extensive experience in patent prosecution, portfolio development and management, freedom-to-operate analyses, landscape assessments, and the preparation of non-infringement and invalidity opinions. His client-focused approach aligns intellectual property strategies with broader business objectives, positioning IP as a key driver of growth and opportunity.

“I believe we move forward best when we move forward together,” said Sandor. “If I don’t have the right answer, I genuinely enjoy finding those who do—and learning from them. Nelson Mullins’ deep bench of talent and collaborative culture make it an ideal place to help clients turn innovation into lasting value. With Nelson Mullins’ full-service national platform, I can offer seamless support across IP litigation, licensing, corporate, and regulatory matters—all under one roof.”

Established in 1897, Nelson Mullins is a full-service Am Law 100 firm of more than 1,000 attorneys, policy advisors, and professionals with offices across the United States. For more information, go to www.nelsonmullins.com.