Christopher Franich is an experienced legal professional specializing in intellectual property law, currently serving as Counsel at Snell & Wilmer since September 2022. Previous roles include Attorney at Bookoff McAndrews, PLLC and Troutman Pepper, where a focus on intellectual property counseling was maintained. As a Patent Attorney at Gordon & Rees LLP, Christopher gained extensive experience in patent prosecution across various fields, including medical devices and software. Educational qualifications include a Juris Doctorate from the University of Miami School of Law and a B.S. in Aerospace Engineering from UC San Diego. Additionally, Christopher's diverse background includes engineering roles at General Atomics Aeronautical Systems and service as a Water and Sanitation Engineer with the Peace Corps.