Mandy H. Kim
Partner, McDermott Will & Emery LLP
OCKABA President
Mandy H. Kim is a high-performing and zealous patent trial lawyer and litigator. She has extensive experience in managing complex, bet-the-company litigations across a wide range of technologies, including in the life sciences, biotechnology, medical devices, computer hardware and software, and consumer electronics industries. Mandy has led teams in all stages of litigation from pre-suit investigations through trial and appeals. She has an impressive record in achieving favorable results for her clients in district courts, the Patent Trial and Appeal Board and the International Trade Commission.
In addition to her practice, Mandy is a leader in her community as a member of the board of directors for Public Law Center and executive board for Orange County Korean American Bar Association. She is actively advancing the Firm’s commitment to diversity and inclusion and pro bono, serving on the Firm’s Racial and Ethnic Diversity Committee and as the head of pro bono and hiring partner for the Orange County office.
Prior to practicing law, Mandy was a research associate in molecular, cell and developmental biology and microbiology, immunology and molecular genetics laboratories. She has authored a number of publications in connection with her research, and also worked as a technology transfer specialist in the Office of Intellectual Property at UCLA.