Dan Fox is the Principal at Ahearn Fox, bringing a wealth of expertise from his diverse background in agriculture and engineering to his current legal practice. He began his career as an engineer, becoming a Chartered Professional Engineer and a Member of the Institution of Engineers Australia. This technical foundation paved the way for his transition into the legal field, where he first served as a patent examiner before becoming a registered patent attorney. With over three decades of experience, Dan is highly regarded in the area of patent and trade mark litigation. His technical acumen is particularly pronounced in handling mechanical inventions, encompassing industries such as agriculture, mining, and medical devices. His work routinely involves complex innovations, including agricultural machinery, mining equipment, engines, and various mechanical devices. Dan's professional achievements include being a Fellow of the Institute of Patent and Trade Mark Attorneys of Australia and New Zealand, reflecting his commitment to excellence in intellectual property law. His extensive experience and dedicated approach make him a valued partner for clients seeking robust protection and litigation services for their inventions.
Patent Attorney
Ahearn Fox
Jul 1990 - Present • 36 years 4 months
Last checked: 1 May 2026 • Checked with Queensland Law Society
