Brendan O'malley
About Brendan O'malley
Brendan O’Malley is the Senior Vice President and General Counsel with a strong background in biopharmaceutical patent litigation and intellectual property law.
Brendan O’Malley's Title
Brendan O’Malley holds the position of Senior Vice President, General Counsel. In this role, he oversees the legal aspects of the company's operations, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and managing litigation and transactional matters.
Brendan O’Malley's Education
Brendan O’Malley earned a Ph.D. in Molecular Biology & Microbiology from Tufts University School of Medicine. His research focused on the role of protein-protein interactions in the assembly of the hepatitis virus. He also holds a B.S. degree magna cum laude from the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in biopharmaceutical patent cases.
Brendan O’Malley's Legal Career
Brendan O’Malley has had a distinguished legal career, formerly serving as a partner at the New York patent litigation firm Fitzpatrick Cella Harper & Scinto. Following a merger, he continued his practice at Venable LLP. His work in biopharmaceutical patent litigation saw him litigate cases in the United States District Courts, at the Federal Circuit, and before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
Patent Litigation Expertise
Throughout his career, Brendan O’Malley has litigated a wide variety of biopharmaceutical patent cases, showcasing his deep knowledge and extensive experience in this specialized field. He has negotiated numerous settlement and license agreements and provided patent opinions in connection with M&A due diligence, particularly in the biotech space.
Judicial Internship Experience
While attending the Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law, Brendan O’Malley served as a judicial intern to Judge William H. Pauley in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York. This experience provided him with valuable insights into the judicial process and enhanced his legal acumen.