Benchview: A Former APJ’s Patent Perspective with Amee Shah | Virtual Water Cooler Chat Podcast — Empowering Voices (Episode 102)

This episode of Virtual Water Cooler Chat features Amee Shah, Founder and Managing Member of BenchView Consulting.  As the founder of Benchview Consulting, Amee helps innovators, entrepreneurs, and organizations navigate the patent system with clarity and confidence. She brings decades of experience and a rare, end-to-end perspective on intellectual property, having worked across nearly every stage of the patent process.  Prior to launching Benchview, Amee served as both a patent examiner and a patent judge, following earlier roles as a naval architect, large-firm associate, and solo practitioner. This non-linear career path—pursued while raising a family—has shaped her practical, balanced approach to problem-solving and decision-making.  At Benchview Consulting, she translates insider knowledge of how patents are examined and adjudicated into actionable strategies that help clients achieve stronger outcomes with fewer surprises. Like many former government employees, a pivotal career transition prompted a re-imagining of work and impact, ultimately leading to the creation of Benchview.  Connect with Amee on LinkedIn.     Virtual Patent Gateway (VPG) reduces overhead costs by providing PTAB attorneys with on-demand and affordable paralegal support services. Virtual Patent Gateway Founder Ashley Cheung has a passion for supporting the next generation in the workplace and is committed to developing a growth mindset within VPG.    Learn more about VPG here.  Legal Disclaimer: This podcast is posted for educational purposes and does not constitute legal advice.