James Uhlir

After graduation from the University of Illinois Law School, Mr. Uhlir practiced in Chicago for a few years before moving to Seattle, where he was a partner in the intellectual property law firm of Christensen O’Connor Johnson and Kindness PLLC specializing in patent and trademark prosecution, litigation and licensing until his retirement. He is a past president of the Washington State Patent Law Association, Allied Arts of Seattle and the Broadmoor Golf Club, and is currently a Trustee of the Seattle Repertory Theatre and the Seattle Opera.

Mr. Uhlir was a co-founder of Immunex Corporation and in his practice advises inventors and business startups. His passions include golf, skiing, and his and his wife Camille’s San Juan Island farm.