James R. Major, D.Phil. has successfully helped a variety of clients navigate complex intellectual property matters within the biotechnology and pharmaceutical fields for over 15 years. Leveraging a doctorate in immunology and virology, James applies his innovative research skills to improve client outcomes and results. He has considerable experience in preparing and prosecuting patent applications relating to biopharmaceuticals, vaccines, genetics, gene therapies, small molecules, and pharmaceutical formulations. He also has significant patent opinion and litigation experience. Additionally, James has represented clients with trademark-related matters, including preparing and prosecuting trademark applications as well as opposition, cancellation, and district court proceedings.

James is the co-chair of the Amicus Subcommittee of the New York City Bar Association’s Committee on Patents. He was instrumental in preparing and submitting two amici briefs to the U.S. Supreme Court.

James earned his J.D., magna cum laude, from New York Law School. During law school, he was a Staff Editor of the New York Law School Law Review, a John Marshall Harlan Scholar, and a member of the Institute for Information Law and Policy. He earned his D.Phil. at the University of Oxford and his B.A. at the University of Cambridge.