Christopher A. Mitchell

Mr. Christopher Mitchell focuses his practice on intellectual property procurement, licensing and enforcement in the areas of consumer products, automotive products, life sciences and medical devices.

He has represented biochemical producers, manufacturers of food products, sporting goods and building products, food service franchisors, consumer product companies, medical device manufacturers, automotive parts suppliers, clothing manufacturers, national consumer products’ retailers and online service providers.

Mr. Mitchell counsels clients in adopting and leveraging intellectual property beginning with the earliest phases of product development and continuing beyond commercialization. He has significant experience in the areas of patent, trademark and copyright procurement and litigation, including administrative proceedings.

He frequently handles the international procurement of intellectual property, including PCT applications before the World Intellectual Property Organization. Mr. Mitchell also regularly assists clients in identifying and avoiding potential entanglements with the intellectual property rights of others.

Education:

• Kenyon College, B.A., Biology, 1991
• University of Cincinnati, J.D., 1994

Bar Admission:

• Michigan

Professional Involvement:

• Intellectual Property Owners Association, Member Counterfeiting and Piracy Committee
• International Trade Association, Member