Roger Gilcrest
About Roger Gilcrest
Roger Gilcrest is a Senior Counsel at Ice Miller LLP, specializing in intellectual property law and due diligence investigations. He has over three decades of experience in the legal field, having previously worked as a Partner at Schottenstein, Zox & Dunn and as an Attorney at Kegler Brown Hill & Ritter.
Work at Ice Miller LLP
Roger Gilcrest has served as Senior Counsel at Ice Miller LLP since 2012. In this role, he focuses on developing intellectual property portfolios for both start-up and established companies. He formulates patent procurement strategies and conducts due diligence investigations and IP transactions. His responsibilities also include negotiating technology license and acquisition agreements, ensuring that clients' intellectual property needs are effectively addressed.
Previous Experience at Schottenstein, Zox & Dunn
Before joining Ice Miller LLP, Roger Gilcrest was a Partner at Schottenstein, Zox & Dunn from 2004 to 2011. During his seven years in this role, he practiced in the Columbus, Ohio area. His work involved various aspects of intellectual property law, contributing to the firm's reputation in the field.
Legal Background and Education
Roger Gilcrest studied at the University of San Diego School of Law, where he earned his Juris Doctor (J.D.) from 1981 to 1984. He also holds a Master of Science (M.S.) in Chemistry from the University of Cincinnati, which he completed from 1989 to 1991. Additionally, he obtained a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Chemistry from The College of Wooster, studying there from 1974 to 1978.
Early Career at Kegler Brown Hill & Ritter
Roger Gilcrest began his legal career as an Attorney at Kegler Brown Hill & Ritter, where he worked from 1991 to 1994. This early experience laid the foundation for his subsequent roles in intellectual property law and established his expertise in the field.
Intellectual Property Expertise
Roger Gilcrest specializes in various aspects of intellectual property law. His practice includes conducting freedom-to-operate, patentability, validity, and non-infringement analyses. He is skilled in managing IP transactions and developing strategies that align with clients' business objectives.