ALUMNI
PATRICK
Research Associate
A University of Minnesota Law School M.S. Patent Law graduate, UMN Technology Commercialization intern, and Johns Hopkins University M.S. Biotechnology student with the passion to explore the psychedelic patent space, Patrick worked with Calyx Law to assist with prior art searches, due diligence, and patent drafting.
PAIGE
Operations Advisor
A former research associate and project manager with several years of experience supporting a variety of clinical trials, a B.S. in Biochemistry and a minor in Psychology, and a profound interest in utilizing cannabis and psychedelics to treat mental health, Paige worked as Calyx Law's Operations Advisor.
ANDREW
Research Assistant
Andrew Ferns is a student at Western Oregon University obtaining his B.S. in Medicinal Chemistry & Pharmacology with plans to pursue a Master’s in Medicinal Chemistry. Andrew held the position of Chemistry Research Associate at Calyx Law.
Logan worked at Calyx law as a law student intern, and then after graduating from the University of New Hampshire Franklin Pierce School of Law. With a BS degree in Neuroscience and a MS degree in Biotechnology, Logan also brought his scientific expertise to his role as a Patent Associate.
LOGAN
Patent Associate
ROHIT
Scientific Associate
A Ph.D. Organic Chemist with extensive training in medicinal chemistry, and a degree in Physical Chemistry, Rohit brought experience in diverse chemical sciences to his work as a Scientific Associate at Calyx Law. At the same time, Rohit also continued work as a Research Assistant Professor at the University of Minnesota Center for Drug Design, and was pursuing his studies in the Patent Law M.S. program at its Law School.
RACHEL
Research Contributor,
Policy & Activism
A volunteer at Fireside Project's psychedelic peer support line and stewards the Psychedelic Bar Association's Religious Use Committee. Alongside community leaders in Washington State, she co-founded Responsible Entheogen Access & Community Healing (REACH WA) to inspire conversations with other advocates and build momentum towards statewide policy change.
Quincy joined Calyx Law as a rising 2L at the University of Wisconsin Law School. Quincy previously cultivated laboratory and research skills interning at the Water Technology Accelerator, before becoming a technologist for Versiti Wisconsin in their diagnostic laboratories.
SUDHEER
Scientific Advisor
Sudheer, a Ph.D. Organic Chemist, joined Calyx Law in 2021 after working in the headquarters of a leading international law firm as a technical advisor. At Calyx Law Sudheer supported patent drafting and prosecution in a variety of technical areas, helped clients to assess infringement risks and review validity issues, and performed patent due diligence.
WILL
Patent Agent
With a degree in Biological Sciences, a minor in Chemistry, and a Master's in Environmental Science, Will previously spent four years bringing innovative ideas to the environmental remediation field. Will then brought his passion for science, technology, and law to his work at Calyx Law, where he worked as a patent agent.
Legal Intern
QUINCY
MONTANA
Legal Intern
Montana joined Calyx Law as a rising 2L at University of Wisconsin Law School, with an undergraduate degree in Genetics, Cell Biology, and Development, Previously, Montana worked in a neural development research lab researching the effects of iron deficiency on the developing brain.
BEN
Paralegal & Patent Analyst
Pursuing a Master’s degree in Psychoactive Pharmaceutical Investigation at the University of Wisconsin-Madison School of Pharmacy, with a degree in History and Political Science, Ben is a Paralegal & Patent Analyst at Calyx Law. Ben assists in prior art searches, landscape analyses, patent drafting and filing. He is passionate about helping steward innovation in the emerging ecosystem
CELESTE
Patent Agent
A registered patent agent, with degrees in Pharmaceutical Sciences and Microbiology, Celeste brought her professional experiences in medical writing and intellectual property to Calyx Law. Celeste's patent practice focused on application drafting, U.S. and foreign prosecution, and performing due diligence and freedom-to-operate analyses.
JIM
Senior Advisor
A registered pharmacist and a seasoned pharmaceutical executive, Jim has led numerous companies from initial funding to sale, and has broad expertise across the healthcare field with a specific focus on cannabis-based medicines. Jim is also a prolific author and presenter, and is an inventor on multiple granted patents. Jim worked with Calyx Law as a Senior Advisor.
KATHERINE
Research Intern
Katherine graduated with a pharmacy doctorate from the University of Florida in 2012. She joined the US Army in 2018 and currently serves as a chemical officer in the Army Reserves. She is currently pursuing a Master on Psychoactive Pharmaceutical Investigation at the University of Wisconsin-Madison
GABBY
Patent Attorney
Gabby graduated from Gonzaga University School of Law in 2021, where she developed a curiosity for intellectual property law. She has a passion for life sciences and is excited to explore the area of psychedelics as it relates to patents, partaking in the innovation of society. Gabby lives in Tempe, Arizona and is a member of the State Bar.