Finnegan created a new award program within the firm—“Mentor of the Year.” Since its inception nearly 55 years ago, the firm has hired most of our professionals during the early stages of their careers (e.g., technical specialists, student associates, and summer associates). This hiring model allows Finnegan to develop professionals through mentoring, as well as both formal and informal training. Much of the firm’s success stems from the efforts of those who consistently take the time to mentor and ensure that others at the firm can succeed.
Mentor of the Year recipients are recognized across career levels, practice groups, and offices. The collective dedication to developing future generations of talent ensures that Finnegan remains at the top of its profession.
Congratulations to all the 2019 Mentor of the Year award recipients:
Biotechnology and Pharmaceutical Partner Mentor of the Year:
Amanda K. Murphy, Ph.D.
Biotechnology and Pharmaceutical Associate Mentor of the Year:
Danielle C. Pfifferling
Chemical and Metallurgical Partner Mentor of the Year:
Adriana L. Burgy
Chemical and Metallurgical Student Associate Mentor of the Year:
Stefan O. Ochiana, Ph.D.
Electrical and Computer Technology Partner Mentor of the Year:
Elizabeth D. Ferrill
Electrical and Computer Technology Associate Mentor of the Year:
Christopher C. Johns
Mechanical Partner Mentor of the Year:
Aaron L. Parker
Mechanical Student Associate Mentor of the Year:
Audrey J. Parker
Trademark and Copyright Partner Mentor of the Year:
Anna B. Naydonov
Trademark and Copyright Associate Mentor of the Year:
Morgan E. Smith
Regional Office Partner Mentors of the Year:
Leslie A. McDonell, Boston
Michael V. Young Sr., Reston
Regional Office Associate Mentor of the Year:
M. David Weingarten, Ph.D., Atlanta
About Finnegan
Finnegan, Henderson, Farabow, Garrett & Dunner, LLP is one of the largest IP law firms in the world. From offices in Atlanta, Boston, London, Palo Alto, Reston, Seoul, Shanghai, Taipei, Tokyo, and Washington, DC, the firm practices all aspects of patent, trademark, copyright, and trade secret law, including counseling, prosecution, licensing, and litigation. Finnegan also represents clients on IP issues related to European patents and trade marks, international trade, portfolio management, the Internet, e-commerce, government contracts, antitrust, and unfair competition. For additional information on the firm, please visit www.finnegan.com. Follow us on LinkedIn and Twitter.
