Kevin Kwon
About Kevin Kwon
Kevin Kwon is the Associate General Counsel at Bristol Myers Squibb with extensive experience in the life sciences and biotechnology industry, having held multiple high-level legal positions in various companies in San Diego.
Current Position at Bristol Myers Squibb
Kevin Kwon currently holds the position of Associate General Counsel at Bristol Myers Squibb. His role involves providing legal counsel and navigating complex legal issues within the pharmaceutical industry. With his extensive background in law and biochemistry, he supports the company in handling legal matters related to life sciences and biotechnology.
Past Roles at Mirati Therapeutics and Sorrento Therapeutics
Kevin Kwon served as Associate General Counsel at Mirati Therapeutics from 2022 to 2024 in San Diego, California. Before that, he was Vice President, Deputy General Counsel at Sorrento Therapeutics, Inc. from 2021 to 2022. In these roles, he managed significant legal cases, particularly in intellectual property and regulatory compliance within the biotechnology sector.
Experience at Morrison & Foerster LLP
From 2013 to 2021, Kevin Kwon worked as an Associate at Morrison & Foerster LLP in San Diego. He provided legal expertise in intellectual property rights and other complex legal issues related to biotechnology and the life sciences industry. His experience here solidified his capabilities in managing intricate legal matters within this specialized field.
Judicial Clerkships and Externships
Kevin Kwon gained substantive judicial experience early in his career. He was a Law Clerk for Hon. Janis L. Sammartino at the United States District Court from 2012 to 2013. He also served as a Judicial Extern for Hon. M. Margaret McKeown at the U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit, and Hon. Marilyn Huff at the United States District Court, both in 2011.
Education in Law and Science
Kevin Kwon achieved his JD, Magna Cum Laude, from the University of San Diego School of Law, where he focused on Intellectual Property. He also holds a BS in Biochemistry and Cell Biology from UC San Diego. His academic background in both law and biochemistry provides a unique combination of expertise, valuable in the life sciences and biotechnology sectors.