Christopher Arnold Email & Phone Number

De Forest, Wisconsin, United States

• Manage the patent portfolios for the biosystems engineering R&D, PIC (porcine) product development, and data science R&D departments which includes the technical areas of biotechnology, microfluidics, optics, cytometry, machine learning, machine vision, and information systems. Assist in the management of portfolios relating to gene editing, bioinformatics, assays, and reproductive biology.• Manage intellectual property litigation globally, including in the US, New Zealand, and India. Responsible for managing European opposition and revocation proceedings related to biosystems engineering. • Provide legal advice to business stakeholders and draft contracts, agreements, and memoranda on subjects including freedom to operate, new research projects, commercial products, collaborations, contracts, licenses, research agreements, and standard operating procedures.• Developed and implemented a worldwide trademark filing and prosecution strategy for Genus’ PIC and ABS businesses, and oversee Genus’ trademark prosecution, oppositions, and freedom to operate activities.• Led the development of internal policies relating to intellectual property management and continue to work on the dissemination and adherence to those policies which has resulted in increased efficiencies in the IP team and the increased capture of invention disclosure documents.

De Forest, Wisconsin, United States

Managed the drafting and prosecution of Genus' IntelliGen R&D and PIC product development patent portfolios for biotechnology, microfluidics, optics, cytometry, machine learning, and information systems, and assisted in the management of portfolios relating to gene editing, bioinformatics, assays, and reproductive biology.Developed and implemented a worldwide trademark filing and prosecution strategy for Genus’ PIC and ABS businesses. Oversaw Genus’ trademark prosecution, oppositions, and freedom to operate activities.Assisted in the management of intellectual property litigation in the US and India. Was responsible for the management of all European opposition and revocation proceedings related to biosystems engineering.Provided legal advice to business stakeholders on subjects including freedom to operate, new research projects, commercial products, collaborations, research agreements, and standard operating procedures.Worked with business stakeholders to monitor existing, new, and upcoming technologies for new business opportunities.Led the development of internal policies relating to intellectual property management, and worked on the dissemination and adherence to those policies.

Louisville, Kentucky Area

• Successfully represented clients in patent, trademark, and copyright matters.• Drafted and prosecuted numerous patent applications across diverse technology areas, securing intellectual property rights for institutional clients and individual inventors.• Demonstrated proficiency in technology areas including distributed computer networks, database systems, machine learning, natural language processing, social networks, e-learning systems, CAN bus systems and devices, and analog electronic devices.• Engaged in administrative appellate practice before the Patent Trial and Appeal Board.• Provided vital support in patent litigation matters, including drafting motions and pleadings, and managing discovery processes.• Drafted, negotiated, and reviewed a variety of contracts, including license, supply, and production agreements, ensuring legal compliance and protection of client interests.

Louisville, Kentucky Area

• Provided legal representation in patent, trademark, and copyright matters, offering clients comprehensive support in safeguarding their intellectual property rights.• Drafted and prosecuted patent applications across an extensive range of technology areas, including distributed computer networks, database systems, machine learning, social networks, subsea oil and gas equipment, electronic devices, musical instruments, and building materials.• Engaged in administrative appellate practice before the Patent Trial and Appeal Board, showcasing expertise in navigating complex legal proceedings at the administrative appellate level.• Led pretrial litigation processes, including drafting motions and pleadings, and managed discovery in matters related to products liability, fee disputes, and intellectual property license agreements.

Louisville, Kentucky Area

• Admitted under a limited license to practice law, provided strategic advice and crafted legal memoranda for US Chia, LLC. Instrumental to their success in securing multiple victories in business plan competitions and successfully launching a business based on university-licensed IP.

• Delivered informed opinions on the patentability and marketability of university-held intellectual property, contributing to strategic decision-making and the effective management of university IP assets.

2100 Computer Architecture, Software, & Information Security; Art Unit 2115.• Prepared patent Office Actions, and conducted thorough prior art searches, showcasing attention to detail and contributing to comprehensive patent assessments.• Gained firsthand experience and insight into government processes by attending hearings at the BPAI and CAFC, enhancing proficiency in legal aspects of patent examination.

• Established and conducted legal clinics at a homeless shelter, offering vital legal support to indigent clients. Prepared documents and facilitated communication with various agencies and organizations, ensuring access to justice for those in need.

Jd, Law - Intellectual Property

Activities and Societies: Treasurer, Student Animal Legal Defense Fund; Journal of Law and Education; Facilitator, Moot Court Board.

Management Information Systems, Mis, Minors: Math, Computer Science

Activities and Societies: FSU Mobile Programming Team, FSU MIS AssociationDean's List, Margurite N. Williams Presidential Scholarship

Associate Of Arts (Aa)

Activities and Societies: Vice President of Phi Theta Kappa Honors Society