Shoko I. Leek, Member
Ms. Leek joined COJK as an associate in 1997 and became a member in 2004. Her current practice includes patent procurement in a variety of fields including optical, electrical, mechanical, and software technologies. In addition, she provides clients with patent infringement and validity opinions, due diligence reviews, trademark procurement, and general intellectual property law counseling.
Education
- B.S., Physics, University of Washington, 1998
- J.D., University of Washington School of Law, 1997
- B.A., Political Science and Economics, Waseda University (Tokyo), 1990
Professional Experience
- Christensen O'Connor Johnson KindnessPLLC, Seattle, WA
Member, 2004 to present
Associate, 1997 to 2003 - Whatcom County Superior Court, Bellingham, WA
Judicial Clerk Externship, 08/1995 to 09/1995
Bar and Court Admissions
- Washington State Bar
- United States Patent and Trademark Office
Professional Affiliations
- American Bar Association
- Washington State Patent Lawyers Association
- King County Bar Association
- Center for Advanced Study and Research on Intellectual Property -- Summer Seminar Faculty Member
