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Smart & Biggar welcomes Associate Sarah McLaughlin
Smart & Biggar is pleased to welcome Associate Sarah McLaughlin to our Patents: Life Sciences and Chem/Bio practice group.
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Smart & Biggar is pleased to welcome Associate Sarah McLaughlin to our Patents: Life Sciences and Chem/Bio practice group.
With a Ph.D. in cellular and molecular medicine and hands-on research experience, Sarah’s practice focuses on patent drafting and prosecution in life sciences. She leverages scientific expertise for the legal protection of complex innovations.
Read Sarah McLaughlin’s profile on Smart & Biggar’s website.
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