Drew Leyes

Drew Leyes is an experienced legal professional specializing in patent law, currently serving as Managing Counsel - Patents for Reynolds American Inc. since December 2017. Previously held roles include Senior Counsel - Patents at Textron, where responsibilities encompassed overseeing intellectual property for global business units, and various positions at Womble Carlyle Sandridge & Rice LLP and Alston & Bird LLP, focusing on drafting and prosecuting patent applications, conducting freedom to operate analyses, and managing patent portfolios for major clients in telecommunications and healthcare. Educational credentials include a JD from the University of Georgia School of Law and a BS in Computer Engineering from Clemson University.