Alison is a Patent Agent who specializes in organic chemistry and general life sciences. She has particular experience in the areas of natural products synthesis, neurochemistry, small molecules, and pharmaceuticals. She assists with preparing and prosecuting patent applications for private companies, universities, and other clients.

Anthony is a Patent Scientist with Michael Best. His background encompasses the areas of biochemistry, molecular and cell biology, pharmacology, and cancer drug development. He brings more than eight years of biomedical research experience to his role assisting clients with patent preparation and prosecution for life sciences inventions.

Bernie assists clients protect and leverage their biotechnology, pharmaceutical, and chemical innovations.

Ashley focuses on labor and employment law, representing clients across a broad range of industries.

James is a trusted advisor to companies, entrepreneurs, nonprofits, and religious organizations on a range of transactional and general business matters. He advises clients on incorporation issues, mergers, acquisitions, company divestitures, transactional due diligence, and the drafting, review, and negotiation of contracts. James also has significant experience assisting businesses in matters of commercial real estate, employment law, intellectual property, estate planning, regulatory compliance, insurance, risk management, and dispute resolution.

Deborah focuses her practice at the intersection of arts and creativity and is passionate about helping clients optimize their intellectual property rights and create brand value through building a community around core values.

Ryan focuses his practice on intellectual property litigation. He helps clients develop effective enforcement strategies and represents them in all facets of litigation related to trademarks, copyrights, and patents.

Emily focuses her practice in the areas of trademark and copyright law. She counsels clients on prosecution, portfolio management, clearance, enforcement, and dispute resolution, helping businesses protect and defend their valuable brand assets.

In her role at Michael Best, Julie drives strategic growth and business development initiatives for the firm’s Raleigh office. With a background in growth and development in the professional services industry, more than a decade of experience as a practicing lawyer, and deep roots in the Raleigh business community, Julie identifies growth opportunities for Michael Best and facilitates mutually beneficial business partnerships.