David Hendricks

David Hendricks is a seasoned legal professional currently serving as Senior Legal Counsel and Head of North American Legal for Umicore USA Inc. since July 2022, where David leads the North American legal team and ensures compliance with all applicable laws and regulations. Prior experience includes positions as Senior IP Counsel and Assistant General Counsel at BASF from September 2017 to September 2022, providing extensive support in intellectual property matters for the Agricultural Solutions segment. Additionally, David has practiced as a Patent Attorney both in private practice and for Smith & Hopen, with a strong background in drafting and prosecuting patent applications across various technical fields. David's educational qualifications include a Juris Doctor from North Carolina Central University School of Law and a Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering from North Carolina State University.