I am pleased to announce today that former FDA Economist Dr. Nikki Tavasoli, PhD, has joined Ocean Tomo, a part of J.S. Held. Dr. Tavasoli is an economist specializing in the application of econometric modeling, machine learning, and causal inference to high-stakes regulatory matters. Dr. Tavasoli’s Expertise With experience at the U.S. Food and Drug […]
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Intellectual Property Experts Recognized Among World’s Leading Patent Professionals
Global consulting firm J.S. Held proudly announces that eight experts from Ocean Tomo, a part of J.S. Held, have been recognized in the IAM Patent 1000: the “definitive ‘go-to’ resource for those seeking to identify world-class, private practice patent expertise and leading expert witnesses.” IAM reports, “Ocean Tomo, a part of J.S. Held, is ‘a […]
Two Leading Patent Professionals & Intellectual Property Strategists Join Ocean Tomo, a part of J.S. Held
Renowned intellectual property experts David Kennedy and Larry Tedesco have joined Ocean Tomo, a part of J.S. Held. Many of our experts have known and worked with David and Larry for decades. We are grateful to have them now as part of the Ocean Tomo team, enhancing our scope of experience and ability to provide […]
Intellectual Property Experts Recognized Among World’s Leading Patent Professionals
Seven Ocean Tomo, a part of J.S. Held, intellectual property (IP) damages and business licensing practice experts were named to the IAM Patent 1000, the “definitive ‘go-to’ resource for those seeking to identify world-class, private practice patent expertise and leading expert witnesses.” IAM reports, “Ocean Tomo, a part of J.S. Held, is ‘a recognised leader in […]
Intellectual Property Issues in Breach of Contract Disputes
An owner of Intellectual Property (IP) can choose to license or transfer the IP it holds. If an owner chooses to license its IP, considerations such as whether the license will be exclusive or non- exclusive, what types of IP will be licensed, which products of the licensee(s) will be covered under the license, the […]
Ocean Tomo Women in Leadership
This International Women’s Day, Ocean Tomo would like to recognize and celebrate the women in our organization. The women of Ocean Tomo are integral to our day-to-day operations and the exceptional service provided to our clients. We cannot express enough gratitude to the time, energy, and expertise they have devoted to the service of our […]
Ocean Tomo’s Robert McSorley named Co-Chair for the Illinois Intellectual Property Alliance
Ocean Tomo Managing Director Robert McSorley, JD, CPA has been named the co-chair for the Illinois Intellectual Property Alliance (ILIPA) membership committee. The ILIPA highlights key events of interest to Illinois creator, protectors, and enablers of intellectual property. It also supports programs that improve the education and awareness of intellectual property including the Chicago Science […]
Defining a Royalty Base for a SEP License
The advent of the COVID-19 Pandemic has further accelerated the adoption of technology standards that support teleworking, cloud networking, and other basic services to be performed digitally. An example of such a standard is the new 5G cellular network standard that modern smartphones now utilize. Technology adoption and innovation, exemplified through technology standards such as […]











