About Darrin A.

Darrin A — Auito practices business law at HEA Law, PLLC, located in Detroit, Michigan. He joined the State Bar of Michigan in 2000, starting a distinguished legal career. The company specializes in corporate law, intellectual property, patents, and logos, serving clients across a number of industries within the region. Auito’s expertise is targeted on advising agencies on legal matters associated with highbrow estate and patent regulation, which is crucial in today’s competitive marketplace. He holds a law degree (J.D.) from Case Western Reserve University School of Law, which he earned in 2000. This rigorous academic training laid the inspiration for his legal practice. In addition to his law degree, Auito obtained a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Case Western Reserve University in 2002.

His educational credentials also include a Master of Science in Engineering from the University of Michigan - Ann Arbor, completed in 1998, and a Bachelor of Science in Engineering from Kettering University in 1994. This robust instructional background equips him with a unique perspective on the intersection of law and technology. Most of Auito’s practice focuses on helping clients with trademark filing, patent filings, and adherence problems. His cases typically involve negotiations, legal proceedings, and strategic making plans for highbrow estate portfolios. Before joining HEA Law in 2017, he held a number of roles, which includes serving as a companion at any other law firm starting in 2004. This knowledge in the area of law developed his skills in navigating complicated legal fields, particularly in enterprise and technology regulation. In 2018, Auito became a Strategic Technology Advisor and has since been actively concerned in advisory forums for numerous organizations.

His experience spans over 20 years. This gives a wealth of information that benefits his clients. He is also engaged within the legal network and various professional organizations. Auito serves as a pass judgement on for the New Venture Competition at The George Washington University, the place he evaluates revolutionary enterprise ideas. Additionally, he is a member of the host committee for Fight For Children Honors, which supports youth development initiatives. Darrin A. Auito is an envoy for CONNECTpreneur and chairs the Kettering University Alumni Chapter in Washington, D.C.

His involvement in those organizations helps his fostering entrepreneurship and innovation. He is admitted to practice in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan, the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, the Federal Circuit, and the State of Michigan. Auito continues to build a reputation as an informed and devoted attorney in the fields of business law and highbrow estate, assisting clients navigate complicated areas of law with confidence.

Education

Case Western Reserve University

MBA | Business

2002

Case Western Reserve University School of Law

J.D. | Law

2000

University of Michigan - Ann Arbor

M.S. (2000) | Engineering

1998

Kettering University

B.S. | Engineering

1994

Languages

English (Spoken, Written)

Experience

Strategic Technology Advisor

Airgility, Inc.
2018

Advisory Board has membership

Small Business & Entrepreneurship Council (SBEC)
2018

Partner

HEA Law, PLLC
2017

Partner

Westerman, Hattori, Daniels & Adrian, LLP.
2004

Accepted Jurisdictions

U.S. District Court - Eastern District of Michigan
USPTO
Michigan
Federal Circuit

Court Admissions

U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan U.S. District Court
U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
Federal Circuit U.S. Circuit Court

Types of Cases Handled

business law intellectual property patents trademarks

Legal Services Scope

Negotiations Litigation Compliance

Professional Associations

New Venture Competition - The George Washington University

Judge 2023 - Current

Fight For Children Honors

Host Committee has membership 2022 - Current

CONNECTpreneur

Ambassador 2022 - Current

Kettering University Alumni Chapter - Washington, DC

Chairman 2018 - Current

The Tower Club - Tysons Corner

has membershipship Committee - Ambassador 2018 - Current

Small Business & Entrepreneurship Council (SBEC)

Advisory Board 2018 - Current

Office Locations

Main Office

 440 Burroughs Street Detroit MI 48202

Office 2

 8000 Towers Crescent Drive 13th Floor McLean VA 22182