Jessica practices intellectual property law, focusing on U.S. and international patent portfolio management, IP due diligence, licensing strategies, and competitive landscape analysis in the medical device and biotechnology sectors. Her expertise spans a wide range of cutting-edge technologies, including wound care devices, orthopedic surgical devices, ophthalmic technologies, and other advanced medical device innovations.
Before pursuing a career in law, Jessica honed her technical expertise in research and development at Rules-Based Medicine, Inc., where she contributed to the advancement of biomarker testing development. This strong scientific foundation enables her to effectively bridge the gap between complex technical innovations and their legal protection.
With her deep understanding of both the legal and technical aspects of intellectual property, Jessica is dedicated to helping her clients navigate the complexities of innovation and ensure their technologies are protected in a competitive global market.
Clerk Experience
Intern to the Honorable Marcia A. Crone, District Judge, U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Texas, Summer 2010.
University of Texas School of Law, J.D.
University of Texas – Austin, B.S., Biomedical Engineering
State Bar of California
U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
Biotech
Aesthetic & Cosmetic Biotechnology
Antibodies & Immunology
Diagnostic Tools
Genomics
Research Tools & Reagents
Stem Cells & Regenerative Medicine
Therapeutics
Tissue Engineering
Energy
Medical Devices & Procedures
Ablation Technology
Aesthetics & Implants
Biocompatible Polymers & Coatings
Cardiac Rhythm Management
Cardiovascular
Catheters & Probes
Dental Devices
Dermatology
Diagnostics
Drug-Eluting Devices
Ear, Nose, & Throat
Embolic Protection
Gastrointestinal
Glucose Monitoring & Insulin Infusion
Hypertension Management Devices
Imaging
Infusion Pumps
Medical Informatics & Software Systems
Minimally Invasive & Endoscopic Procedures
Nephrology & Dialysis Equipment
Neurology
Obesity Management & Bariatrics
Oncology
Ophthalmology & Eye Care
Orthopedics
Pacemakers & Electrical Stimulation Devices
Peripheral Vascular
Prosthetics & Orthotics
Pulmonary
Robotics
Sleep Apnea
Spine
Stents, Valves, & Loading Devices
Surgical Equipment
Thrombectomy
Urology & Incontinence
Ventilators
Vital Signs, Physiologic, & Hemodynamic Monitoring
Women’s Health & OB/GYN
Wound Care
Pharmaceuticals
Antibodies and Immunology
Biological Manufacturing of Chemicals
Diagnostic Tools
Personalized Medicine
Research Tools & Reagents
Stem Cells & Regenerative Medicine
Therapeutics
Design Patents
Due Diligence
Global Portfolio Management
IP Strategy
IP Transactions, Agreements & Venture Capital
Patent Strategy & Prosecution
Patentability
U.S. Patent Prosecution
- Recognized as a “World IP Leader” by World Intellectual Property Review (WIPR) (2023 – 2024)
- Recognized as one of Southern California’s “Rising Stars” for her outstanding intellectual property legal work in Super Lawyers magazine (2023)
- Named a “Top 10 Young Lawyer of OC” by the Orange County Coalition for Diversity in the Law (2022)
- Named to the Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch guide, which “recognizes lawyers who are earlier in their careers for their outstanding professional excellence in private practice”, for Intellectual Property Law (2022 – 2025)
