Seed Intellectual Property Law Group PLLC

BACKGROUND

Karl Hermanns specializes in chemical-related patent matters, including overall portfolio management and strategy. He graduated with both a B.S. and an M.S. in Chemistry from the University of Washington. He received his J.D. from the University of Colorado School of Law.

EXPERIENCE

Karl is an adjunct professor at the University of Washington School of Law, co-teaching the patent preparation and prosecution course, and teaches “Intellectual Property for Scientists” through the Chemistry and Bioengineering Departments. He is also a faculty member of the Center for Advanced Study and Research on Intellectual Property (CASRIP) at the University of Washington School of Law.

AFFILIATIONS

Karl is an Advisory Board Member to the University of Washington Bioengineering’s Program for Technology Commercialization, and a past president of the Intellectual Property Section of the Washington State Bar Association. He is admitted to the Washington State Bar and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth and Federal Circuits, and is registered to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.

HONORS AND AWARDS

• Listed in Best Lawyers in America®, 2005-2011.
• Washington Super Lawyers® honoree, 2002-2010.
• Listed in Seattle Metropolitan‘s “Top Lawyers” issue, 2010.
• Top 40 Washington IP Super Lawyers® honoree, 2006-2008.