Zach Smart
About Zach Smart
Zach Smart is a Corporate IP Counsel at onsemi, where he has worked since 2021. He holds a Juris Doctor from the University of Utah S.J. Quinney College of Law and has experience in patent law and technical research.
Work at Onsemi
Zach Smart has been serving as Corporate IP Counsel at onsemi since 2021. In this role, he focuses on intellectual property matters, leveraging his legal expertise to support the company's innovation and technology initiatives. His responsibilities include preparing and prosecuting patent applications, ensuring compliance with IP laws, and advising on various intellectual property issues. His work contributes to onsemi's strategic objectives in the semiconductor industry.
Education and Expertise
Zach Smart earned his Juris Doctor (J.D.) from the University of Utah S.J. Quinney College of Law, completing his studies from 2012 to 2015. He also holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering from the University of Utah, which he obtained from 2008 to 2012. His educational background provides him with a strong foundation in both legal and technical aspects of intellectual property, particularly in areas such as telecommunications and automotive technologies.
Background
Zach Smart began his legal career as a Law Clerk at Workman Nydegger from 2013 to 2015. He then transitioned to an Associate Patent Attorney role at the same firm, where he worked until 2018. Following this, he joined Stoel Rives LLP as an Associate Patent and Business IP Attorney, serving until 2021. Throughout his career, he has gained extensive experience in patent law and intellectual property management.
Achievements
During his career, Zach Smart has conducted research and development on surface acoustic wave (SAW) tag sensors at Sandia National Laboratories. He utilizes his technical expertise to prepare and prosecute patent applications across various fields, including telecommunications, social media, and automotive technologies. His contributions in these areas demonstrate his ability to bridge the gap between technology and legal practice.