My journey to becoming a lawyer wasn't typical, and I take pride in the experience and unique background I bring to the table., I truly know the value of hard work. Prior to finishing my undergraduate degree, let alone law school, I spent many years working as an IP paralegal. As a first-generation college graduate, I attended law school part-time while continuing to work full-time as a paralegal at Winthrop during the pandemic and graduated cum laude in 3 years from a 4-year program with several works published on IP and privacy topics – including my first book published by the American Bar Association. The absolute whirlwind of this experience has given me an invaluable perspective not only on the importance of hard work but also on the myriad factors involved in securing intellectual property—it's far more than just understanding the law. Whether it's aligning with a client's business objectives, uniformly prosecuting their portfolio across various jurisdictions, or understanding their risk tolerance for enforcement, there are numerous considerations that shape how I assist each client in safeguarding their intellectual property.
My Approach
I love working with my clients because they often arrive full of enthusiasm for their future endeavors—whether they’re creating new software, launching a fresh brand for a new consumer good, or expanding their existing business. I have the privilege of representing incredibly creative and innovative individuals and companies with a wide array of ideas, guiding them from the initial spark on a napkin to a tangible presence in the marketplace. It’s exceptionally rewarding to champion their visions and witness their ideas come to life.
I feel fortunate that my work spans across diverse industries and practices—a privilege not all lawyers experience. On any given day, I might shift from tackling trademark enforcement for a cannabis-derived pharmaceutical, to crafting international filing strategies for medical device patents, to navigating and advising on the GDPR and ever-evolving US privacy compliance landscape for a wearable tech device. Each moment spent assisting my clients is deeply meaningful to me and, best of all, allows me to continue learning every day.
When I’m not at the office, I enjoy walking around the lakes to a Peloton class or checking out the newest brunch and Bloody Mary hot spots (one might say I’m a brunch connoisseur). I have also served as the Vice President on the Board of my HOA for many years and am currently serving as the Vice Chair of the Hennepin County Bar Association New Lawyers Section.
MY PATH TO THE LAW
Practice Areas
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Intellectual Property
Bold Perspectives
Adult Use Cannabis Business Licenses Are Coming Quickly — Are You Ready?
06.21.24
What is a Trademark, Fifth Edition
04.04.24
Associations & Memberships
American Bar Association
Minnesota State Bar Association
Hennepin County Bar Association
Chair, New Lawyers Section, 2024-present
Vice Chair, New Lawyers Section, 2024
New Lawyers Section Co-Membership Engagement Director, 2021, 2022
