Kindon Olsen
About Kindon Olsen
Kindon Olsen serves as the Senior Intellectual Property Counsel at Nevro, where he has worked since 2017. He has a diverse background in law and engineering, having held positions at various law firms and IBM, and he provides legal support to Nevro's R&D team while overseeing outside counsel teams.
Current Role at Nevro
Kindon Olsen serves as Senior Intellectual Property Counsel at Nevro, a position he has held since 2017. In this role, he provides legal support to the research and development team, including commercial contract support. He is responsible for overseeing both foreign and domestic outside counsel teams, ensuring effective management of intellectual property assets. Additionally, he advises Nevro's marketing and executive teams on various intellectual property matters, contributing to the strategic direction of the company.
Previous Experience in Law
Before joining Nevro, Kindon Olsen worked in several law firms. He was an Associate Attorney at Kilpatrick Townsend & Stockton LLP from 2012 to 2015 in the San Francisco Bay Area. Prior to that, he worked at Downey Brand LLP as an Associate Attorney from 2015 to 2017 in Silicon Valley. His earlier experience includes a three-year tenure at Palumbo Bergstrom, LLP from 2007 to 2010. These roles provided him with extensive experience in intellectual property law.
Engineering Background
Kindon Olsen has a solid foundation in engineering, having worked as a Mechanical Engineering Scientist at IBM from 2000 to 2005. His experience in engineering also includes an internship at Hughes Space and Communications, where he worked from 1998 to 2000. This technical background complements his legal expertise, particularly in intellectual property matters related to engineering and technology.
Education and Qualifications
Kindon Olsen earned his Juris Doctor (JD) from Santa Clara University School of Law, where he studied from 2003 to 2005. He also holds a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Mechanical Engineering from Loyola Marymount University, completed from 1996 to 2000. His educational background provides him with a strong foundation in both law and engineering, enhancing his capabilities in intellectual property counsel.
Early Education
Kindon Olsen completed his high school education at Skyline High School from 1993 to 1996. This early education laid the groundwork for his subsequent studies in engineering and law, shaping his future career path.