Verne A. Luckow, Ph.D., Associate
Dr. Luckow joined COJK in 2006 as an associate. He brings to the firm an extensive background in biotechnology and pharmaceutical drug discovery research. Dr. Luckow has published many original research articles, scientific reviews, and a laboratory manual. He has also been an invited speaker at seminars and meetings in academic and corporate institutions and international conferences. Dr. Luckow's extensive scientific background, coupled with legal and business experience, provide our clients with a unique perspective across a variety of services, including patent procurement, licensing, and IP portfolio assessment.
Education
- J.D., St. Louis University School of Law, 1999
- Ph.D., Molecular Biology, University of Wisconsin, 1984
- B.S., with Honors, Biochemistry, University of Wisconsin, 1976
Professional Experience
Christensen O'Connor Johnson KindnessPLLC, Seattle, WA
Associate, 2006 to present
Monsanto/Searle, Pharmacia, and Pfizer
Legal Counsel, 1999 to 2003
Technical Experience
- President and CEO, Biosynthecore LLC, 2003 to 2005
- Patent Scientist, Monsanto/Searle, Biochemistry/Molecular Biology and Patent Law Depts., 1996 to 1999
- Research Scientist, Monsanto/Searle, Molecular and Cellular Biology, 1988 to 1996
Bar and Court Admissions
- Washington State Bar
- The Missouri Bar
- United States Patent and Trademark Office
Professional Affiliations and Activities
- American Association for the Advancement of Science
- American Bar Association
- American Corporate Counsel Association
- American Intellectual Property Law Association
- Association of University Technology Managers
