I am a patent attorney and former litigator who moved in-house. My undergraduate degree is in biotechnology and I have always enjoyed learning about new technologies. In my free time, I write some software, explore photography, do a little woodworking, and tinker with 3D printers and laser cutters.This odd mix gives me the rare ability to quickly comprehend new technologies and apply the appropriate legal concepts to them. As a former litigator specializing in patent and intellectual property matters, I have a good understanding about how contracts can go wrong, and what steps can be taken at the outset to avoid disputes.Now, as Corporate Counsel for a small company I have to be a jack of all trades. Handling everything from patent matters to employment issues. It has also given me the opportunity to advise a number of partner startup companies including shepherding one through acquisition by a large technology company.
Listed skills include Intellectual Property, Litigation, Trademarks, Legal Writing, and 29 others.