Yvonne, a Northwestern University Pritzker School of Law alumna, is a seasoned intellectual property (IP) practitioner with over 15 years of experience spanning both civil and common law jurisdictions. Licensed with the USPTO, her expertise is not only rooted in her academic background but also enriched by her comprehensive experience in the patent field.
Yvonne's professional journey includes pivotal roles as an in-house IP manager and counsel across various industries, equipping her to offer bespoke, actionable legal advice attuned to the specific needs of her clients. She excels in devising holistic IP strategies and offers a full spectrum of services covering the entire IP lifecycle. This includes global IP trademark prosecution, global IP portfolio management, IP commercial matters (covering patent, technology, trademark, copyright, trade secret, etc.), IP licensing, transfer, transactions, IP compliance and risk assessment. Furthermore, her proficiency extends to enhancing cross-border IP rights protection strategies, as well as commercial and transactional consultation, for both inbound and outbound operations. Yvonne supports numerous Fortune 500 companies and SMEs both domestically and internationally, guiding them through the intricacies of global IP protection and management.
Beyond her specialization in IP, Yvonne is also well-versed in the intersection of general corporate law, technology law, data compliance, advertisement compliance, contract matters and negotiation, providing comprehensive legal support to multinational corporations and SMEs alike. She adeptly handles dispute resolution and crafts litigation strategies for both domestic and international cases, particularly in IP and related civil matters. Yvonne’s ability to navigate complex legal landscapes and offer practical solutions makes her an invaluable asset to any business seeking robust legal guidance and protection in the realms of intellectual property and corporate law. Her strategic insights empower businesses to effectively manage and thrive in the complex global IP landscape, ensuring they are well-equipped to secure and leverage their intellectual assets.
Since 2008
Northwestern University Pritzker School of Law, Master of Law, with honors
USPTO Patent Bar