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Mark R. Wicker
- Firmwide Chair, Biotechnology & Pharmaceutical Industry Group
Mark has significant experience structuring strategic alliances, collaborations, joint ventures, licenses, and research, development, manufacturing and distribution relationships, often using novel approaches and pioneering methods that further his clients' business objectives.
Mark Wicker, a partner in the Technology Transactions & Privacy practice, advises clients in all aspects of acquiring, developing, commercializing and licensing new technologies and products. His clients range from startups to well-established firms in the life sciences, technology, wireless, social media, clean technology, chemical and material sciences industries.
During his many years of practice, Mark has built a reputation for developing sophisticated business models and formulating business-centric legal solutions to the complex challenges biotechnology and life sciences companies face as they bring novel therapeutics and diagnostics to market. He also works in tandem with colleagues in the area of intellectual property and patent litigation to develop adversarial licensing programs and to negotiate settlement and key licensing agreements. Additionally, Mark has significant corporate experience in such areas as venture capital financing, public securities offerings, and mergers and acquisitions.
Mark regularly speaks and offers commentary on life sciences and technology issues, including startup capital raising and formation and licensing transactions.
Education & Credentials
Education
- Columbia Law School, J.D., Head Writing and Research Editor, Columbia Journal of Transnational Law, 1985
- Stanford University, A.B., with Distinction, 1982
Bar and Court Admissions
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California
Professional Recognition
Named a “Top Artificial Intelligence Lawyer” by the Daily Journal, 2019
Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America: Biotechnology and Life Sciences Practice; Patent Law, 2008 – 2024; Technology Law, 2023-2024
Named Best Lawyers’ San Diego Patent Law "Lawyer of the Year," 2014
Recognized as a "Life Sciences Star" by LMG Life Sciences, 2014
Named one of the leading intellectual property and biotechnology lawyers in Southern California’s Best Lawyers, 2008-2009