Lynndon Michael Guard has a unique combination of strengths in law and technology as a licensed patent attorney, seasoned banking and commercial lawyer, Certified Information Systems Security Professional, and a telecommunications expert.

Since 1982, Michael has had a varied law practice that has included commercial law, commercial litigation, corporate law, intellectual property law, and complex commercial transaction contracts. He has consulted with both individuals and corporations on patent, trademark and copyright applications, as well as patent and trademark disputes.

Michael earned an MS in Telecommunications Management from Oklahoma State University in December, with a 4.0 GPA and has completed most of the coursework toward a Ph.D. in the same field. He also serves as General Counsel and Chief Technology Officer of Glia Group, Inc.

A founding co-partner in a ten-year-old company called BankGuard Resources, Michael has also been involved in the development of educational resources for the banking industry, including training videos and seminars, has provided consulting on networking and network security issues, and has taught and written on various subjects of interest to bankers. He devotes substantial time these days to real estate investments.