Blake Atkinson
About Blake Atkinson
Blake Atkinson is a Corporate Counsel at AbCellera with a background in intellectual property law and biotechnology. He holds a patent attorney registration and has accumulated diverse legal experience across various organizations in Arizona and Canada.
Current Role at AbCellera
Blake Atkinson serves as Corporate Counsel at AbCellera, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he provides legal guidance and support to the organization, focusing on intellectual property matters. AbCellera is known for its innovative work in the biotechnology sector, particularly in antibody discovery and development.
Previous Experience in Intellectual Property Law
Prior to his current role, Blake Atkinson worked as an Intellectual Property Attorney at Spencer Fane LLP from 2019 to 2021. He also held positions at Fennemore Craig, P.C., where he served as an Associate Intellectual Property Attorney from 2015 to 2018 and as an Intellectual Property Contract Attorney for six months in 2015. His experience in these roles has equipped him with extensive knowledge in intellectual property law.
Education and Expertise
Blake Atkinson holds a JD/MBA degree from Arizona State University, which he completed in December 2013. He studied at the Sandra Day O'Connor College of Law, focusing on Intellectual Property Law, Genomics, and Biotechnology Law. Additionally, he earned a Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) from the W. P. Carey School of Business at Arizona State University. His academic background includes a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) and a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) from Arizona State University, where he studied Molecular Biosciences/Biotechnology and English Literature.
Legal Career Background
Blake Atkinson's legal career began with various internships and positions that provided him with foundational experience. He worked as a Legal Intern at Arizona Technology Enterprises from 2012 to 2013 and as a Legal Intern/Law Clerk at Fennemore Craig, P.C. in 2014. His early roles included a Genetics Research Technician at Arizona State University's Department of Chemistry from 2009 to 2010, which contributed to his understanding of the intersection between law and science.
Bar Admission and Patent Attorney Registration
Blake Atkinson is admitted to the Arizona State Bar with admission number 031296. He also holds a Patent Attorney registration number 73136, allowing him to practice in matters related to patent law. This registration underscores his expertise in intellectual property and his capability to navigate complex legal issues in this field.