Cliff Keyner

Cliff Keyner has extensive experience in intellectual property management, having held significant roles in various prestigious law firms. At DLA Piper, Keyner served as IP Supervisor from September 2010 to November 2017, overseeing the Intellectual Property Prosecution Group, managing staff recruitment and training, and ensuring compliance with USPTO regulations. Currently, as Paralegal Manager at DLA Piper, Keyner provides direction to Case Managers and Paralegals, while monitoring billable hours and workloads. Previous positions include Intellectual Property Support Group Manager at Hogan Lovells and Lead Patent & Trademark Docket Specialist at Morrison & Foerster LLP. Keyner began a career in intellectual property at Lyon & Lyon as an International Patent & Trademark Clerk, where responsibilities included managing international correspondence and docketing.