Experienced IP protection for life sciences

Chris McWhinney helps clients in almost all aspects of intellectual property (IP) law, with particular emphasis in the acquisition, protection, enforcement and defense of patent rights, as well as IP-driven business transactions. With experience ranging from working with global pharmaceutical companies to startups, his clients span a diverse range of industries, including:

• Life sciences
• Pharmaceuticals
• Biotechnology
• Medical devices
• Software
• Mechanical arts

Chris has deep experience handling patent matters and takes a practical, cost-effective approach to achieving business goals and resolving client issues.

Bar Admissions

• District of Columbia
• Florida

Education

• Johns Hopkins University (M.S.)
  • Biotechnology

• University of Miami School of Law (J.D., cum laude)

• William & Mary (B.S.)
  • Chemistry, American Chemical Society Certified