Matthew Wilk
About Matthew Wilk
Matthew Wilk is an Associate at Arnold & Porter Kaye Scholer LLP, specializing in patent litigation within the life sciences sector. He has previous experience at Clark & Elbing LLP and Cooper & Dunham LLP, and holds a Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry from Union College and a law degree from Boston College Law School.
Work at Arnold & Porter Kaye Scholer LLP
Matthew Wilk has been employed as an Associate at Arnold & Porter Kaye Scholer LLP since 2020. In this role, he specializes in patent litigation, particularly within the life sciences sector. His current position allows him to leverage his extensive background in intellectual property law to represent clients in complex legal matters.
Previous Experience in Intellectual Property Law
Prior to his current role, Matthew Wilk worked at Cooper & Dunham LLP as an Associate from 2017 to 2020. He also served as a Summer Associate at the same firm in 2016. His earlier experience includes a position as an Intellectual Property Paralegal at Clark & Elbing LLP from 2012 to 2014, where he gained foundational knowledge in intellectual property disputes.
Education and Expertise
Matthew Wilk earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Biochemistry from Union College, where he studied from 2008 to 2012. He furthered his education at Boston College Law School, obtaining his law degree from 2014 to 2017. His academic background in biochemistry complements his expertise in patent litigation, particularly in the life sciences field.
Moot Court Participation
During his time at Boston College Law School, Matthew Wilk participated as an oralist on the Philip C. Jessup International Law moot court team. This experience provided him with valuable skills in legal argumentation and advocacy, which are essential in his current practice.
Research and Thesis Work
At Union College, Matthew Wilk conducted research for his Senior Thesis from 2011 to 2012. This academic endeavor contributed to his analytical skills and understanding of complex scientific concepts, which are relevant to his work in patent litigation.