Overview
Kerry Lee is a partner in the Intellectual Property group. She prepares and prosecutes high tech patent applications such as for computer memory, medical devices, and machine learning—including ones related to industry standards. Kerry Lee manages prosecution of international patent portfolios, particularly in China, Korea, Japan, and Europe.
In addition to patent prosecution, Kerry Lee drafts and negotiates agreements for technology transactions including intellectual property licenses, software licenses, research and collaboration agreements, and terms of service. She also assists in due diligence for intellectual property in corporate transactions and advises on software licensing issues.
Utilizing her past university technology transfer experience, Kerry Lee provides agreement support for clients receiving government funding and clients collaborating with research institutions. She assists with complying with government grants including Bayh-Dole compliance.
Education & Admissions
University of Washington School of Law (J.D.), Graduated with Honors
Keio University in Tokyo, Japan (Exchange Student)
University Of Massachusetts At Lowell (M.B.A., Finance), Beta Gamma Sigma
Boston University (M.S., Biomedical Engineering), Dean’s Fellowship
Worcester Polytechnic Institute (B.S., Biomedical Engineering), Graduated with High Distinction, Presidential Scholarship
Admissions
- United States Patent and Trademark Office
- Washington
Languages
- English
Experience
Client Achievements
Representative Work
- Conducted invention disclosure meetings, prepared patent applications, and prosecute patents in various technologies including:
- Electrical Devices, including computer memory, low power semiconductor devices, and energy storage
- Software, including image processing, machine learning, and medical data analytics
- Medical devices, including microfluidics, biosensors, catheters, cardiac implants, magnetic resonance imaging, and ultrasound
- Counseled clients on patent strategies, drafting claims in light of industry standards, and development of a global portfolio footprint.
- Advised on compliance with Bayh-Dole Act for government funded inventions.
- Advised on virtual currencies and rewards programs for online gaming and social media platforms.
- Negotiated patent licenses and data use agreements with domestic and international entities.
- Advise on open-source licensing issues and compliance.
- Draft and negotiate SaaS agreements.
- Draft and negotiate domestic and international distributor and sales agreements for medical devices.
Industries & Practices
Healthcare & Life Sciences
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- Higher Education & Academic Research Institutions
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