Jennifer Carnahan is an experienced IP attorney with a business-oriented focus and the ability to lead, motivate, and coordinate diverse work groups to complete complex and deadline-driven projects. Currently serving as the Lead Counsel at The Dow Chemical Company since 2006, Jennifer advises clients on strategic IP matters such as divestitures, freedom of action, risk analysis, and product launch issues. They have also managed large global patent portfolios for the polyolefins business and are experienced in all aspects of IP strategy from early invention stages to developed products. Jennifer is skilled in instructing and managing outside counsel and global agents.

Prior to their role at The Dow Chemical Company, Jennifer worked as a Patent Attorney at Shell Oil Company from May 2000 to January 2006, where they handled patent prosecution and portfolio maintenance activities for multiple downstream and upstream businesses. They advised businesses on freedom of action issues and had experience in trademark licensing, agreements, and advising clients regarding IP aspects of business divestiture.

Jennifer holds a JD degree cum laude from the University of Houston Law Center and a PhD in Physical Chemistry from Rice University. They are highly skilled in patents and patent prosecution, utilizing their extensive education background and experience to excel in their field.