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Kristin C. Hiibner, Ph.D
Kristin Hiibner is an intellectual property attorney with diverse experience in patents, trademarks, licensing, and risk management. Dr. Hiibner's Ph.D. in Chemistry allows her to represent companies in a wide variety of technology areas including chemistry, biotechnology, microfluidics, optics, medical devices, and manufacturing.
Dr. Hiibner has expertise in a wide range of trademark, and US and foreign patent matters. Having worked with small to large companies, Kristin has key knowledge and experience working with clients to develop their overall IP strategy, implement internal IP disclosure and evaluation processes, in- and out- licensing technology, as well as due diligence for portfolio and company acquisitions.
Dr. Hiibner is a board member of Pasadena Angels and has extensive experience evaluating companies for equity investment. She is also a frequent presenter on intellectual property and start-up topics in the LA area.
Dr. Hiibner's technical knowledge and legal acumen are a significant advantage for her clients in today's multi-disciplinary intellectual property law arena. She can proficiently tackle a wide spectrum of technical disciplines and simultaneously keep a keen eye out for potential litigation pitfalls.
Professional Recognition
Best Lawyers, Patent
Pasadena Magazine Top Attorney
Super Lawyer Rising Star, Los Angeles Magazine
Public Counsel Adoption Project, Volunteer of the Year
Patricia Roberts Harris Doctoral Fellowship Award
Division of Analytical Chemistry Award, Utah State University
Admissions
US Patent and Trademark Office
State of California Bar
United States District Court for the Central
District of California