Eric M. Livak Hale

Eric M. Livak Hale, Ph.D., is an accomplished legal professional specializing in intellectual property in the biotechnology sector. Currently serving as Associate General Counsel at EdenRoc Sciences, LLC since April 2016, Eric manages patent and trademark portfolios for multiple biotech startups and provides strategic guidance on IP and legal matters. Previous roles include Director of Intellectual Property and Innovation Manager at the same company, where responsibilities encompassed patent drafting, contract management, and aligning IP strategies with business objectives. Prior to joining EdenRoc, Eric worked as a Scientific Advisor at Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati, focusing on patent applications and landscape analysis for a range of industries. Eric holds a Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering and multiple degrees from the University of Michigan, along with a law office study certificate from the State Bar of California.