Jack Nimz
About Jack Nimz
Jack Nimz serves as Senior Counsel for Product, Technology, and Intellectual Property at Navistar Inc, where he has worked since 2008. He has extensive experience in intellectual property law, having developed a significant patent portfolio and implemented trade secret protection programs.
Work at Navistar
Jack Nimz has served as Senior Counsel for Product, Technology, and Intellectual Property at Navistar Inc. since 2008. In this role, he focuses on legal matters related to product development and technology, ensuring that the company's innovations are protected under intellectual property laws. His extensive experience in this position spans over 16 years in the Greater Chicago Area, where he has contributed to the company's legal strategies and compliance.
Education and Expertise
Jack Nimz holds a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Illinois, Champaign-Urbana, which he completed from 1979 to 1984. He later earned a Juris Doctor degree from The John Marshall Law School, studying from 1987 to 1990. His educational background provides him with a strong foundation in both engineering and law, enabling him to navigate complex legal issues in technology and intellectual property.
Background
Before joining Navistar, Jack Nimz held several legal positions. He worked as an Associate Attorney at Vedder Price P.C. for one year and then served as Assistant General Counsel for IP and Chief Patent Counsel at Wrigley for ten years. Additionally, he was an Associate Attorney at Fitch, Even, Tabin & Flannery LLP for five years. This diverse background in various legal roles has equipped him with extensive knowledge in intellectual property law.
Achievements
Jack Nimz has developed and managed a global patent portfolio of over 2,500 patents, focusing on engine and pollution control technologies. He implemented a trade secret protection program to safeguard company innovations. His strategic review of the Engine Group patent portfolio resulted in cost savings exceeding $8 million while maintaining its value. He also provides freedom to operate assessments and design-around assistance for new technologies.
Professional Contributions
In his current role, Jack Nimz delivers educational presentations to engineering and procurement teams, focusing on practical intellectual property considerations. His contributions include providing guidance on integrating new technologies into commercial products, ensuring that legal aspects are addressed effectively.