Christopher Kosh
About Christopher Kosh
Christopher Kosh serves as the Deputy General Counsel for Intellectual Property at Rambus, where he has worked since 2017. He has extensive experience in patent law, having previously held positions at companies such as Hewlett-Packard and Rambus, and has a background in Electrical Engineering and Law.
Current Role at Rambus
Christopher Kosh serves as the Deputy General Counsel for Intellectual Property at Rambus, a position he has held since 2017. In this role, he manages a team that focuses on patent licensing support and trademark protection. His responsibilities include developing and implementing patent portfolio strategies specifically for computing and communication technologies. Kosh's extensive experience in intellectual property law contributes to Rambus's strategic initiatives in protecting its innovations.
Previous Experience at Rambus
Before his current role, Christopher Kosh worked at Rambus as Senior Patent Counsel from 2013 to 2016. He also briefly served as Associate General Counsel for Intellectual Property in 2016. During his time at Rambus, he was involved in various aspects of patent law, enhancing the company's intellectual property framework and strategies.
Experience at Hewlett-Packard
Christopher Kosh worked at Hewlett-Packard as Patent Counsel from 2011 to 2013. In this capacity, he focused on managing and protecting the company's patent portfolio. His work at Hewlett-Packard provided him with valuable insights into the technology sector and the intricacies of patent law within a large corporate environment.
Educational Background
Christopher Kosh earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering from The University of Texas at Austin, where he studied from 1990 to 1995. He later obtained a Juris Doctor degree from The George Washington University Law School, completing his studies from 1995 to 1998. His educational background in engineering and law equips him with a unique perspective on intellectual property issues in technology.
Legal Career and Expertise
Christopher Kosh has a diverse legal career that includes both in-house and law firm experience. He began his career as an Associate at Conley, Rose & Tayon, P.C. from 1998 to 2000, followed by a role at Haynes and Boone, LLP from 2000 to 2002. He is a registered U.S. Patent Attorney, specializing in patent portfolio strategies for computing and communication technologies.