Choate, Hall & Stewart LLP announced today that Dr. Brenda Herschbach Jarrell, co-chair of the firm’s Life Sciences and Intellectual Property (IP) Groups, has been named 2016 “Attorney of the Year - Patent Strategy & Management - Massachusetts” by LMG Life Sciences.  The firm was also named a finalist in the 2016 “Patent Strategy and Management Firm of the Year” category.  The annual LMG Life Sciences awards recognize the leading attorneys, law firms, and in-house counsel teams that have played a significant role in the life sciences industry over the last 12 months.  An awards ceremony was held on September 14, 2016 in New York City. 

With scientific training that spans the disciplines of theoretical quantum physics to synthetic organic chemistry to molecular biology, Dr. Jarrell is one of the most sought after and highly regarded life sciences and IP attorneys in the country.  Revered by companies that are developing cutting edge innovations in areas such as small molecule therapeutics, biologics, vaccines, diagnostic technologies, and nanomedicines, Dr. Jarrell’s prestigious clients include large pharma companies, leading research organizations, innovative industry leaders, and large investment firms. 

As co-chair of Choate’s Life Sciences and IP Groups, Dr. Jarrell leads an award-winning team comprised of nearly 40 IP attorneys, patent agents, and staff scientists – many with PhDs or other advanced degrees – who have significant industry experience in a wide range of biotech, pharmaceutical, and specialty chemical industries.  The team, which was named LMG Life Sciences’ “Patent Strategy and Management Firm of the Year” last year, represents leading life sciences companies and institutions in all aspects of their business including IP protection, strategies, IPRs, collaborations and licenses, technology transfer, financings, M&A transactions, and general advice and counsel.

The Legal Media Group publishes the LMG Life Sciences guide annually in association with Euromoney Institutional Investor.  The guide is based on nearly 1,000 interviews and surveys completed by partners active in the market, interviews with clients and leading lawyers, and a review of public information. 

Choate, Hall & Stewart LLP, one of the nation's leading law firms, is consistently recognized for excellence by Best Lawyers in America, Chambers USA, The Legal 500, World’s Leading Lawyers, International Who’s Who of Lawyers, and Expert Guides.  With all of its lawyers under one roof, Choate focuses on a core group of areas where it represents clients across the United States and internationally and provides exceptional efficiency, service and value.  Choate’s areas of focus include life sciences, technology companies and intellectual property, corporate/M&A, private equity, finance & restructuring, high-stakes litigation, insurance/reinsurance, government enforcement and compliance, and wealth management.