Jason Rogers
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Jason is a partner in both James & Wells Patent & Trade Mark Attorneys and James & Wells Lawyers. Based in the Christchurch office, Jason specialises biotechnology and related fields, and heads James & Wells’ Life Sciences Group.
Expertise
Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science, Canterbury University (1995)
- Bachelor of Law, Canterbury University (1993)
- Barrister & Solicitor of the High Court of New Zealand
- Registered Patent Attorney (New Zealand & Australia)
Jason over the course of his 15 year career has advised clients on all aspects of IP. While specialising in life sciences, he also has experience in a wide range of other technological areas, including software, mechanical and physical technology. He is individually recommended by PLC Which lawyer? in the field of Life Sciences: Intellectual Property.
Jason has particular experience in advising clients on patent filing and claim prosecution strategies and in dealing with complex questions of infringement and patentability. This also includes negotiating settlements in IP disputes, appearing at hearings at IPONZ, developing claim strategies that secure the commercial advantage of a technology, and providing industry sector advice. Jason’s background puts him in a unique position when it comes to understanding a client’s technological advancements and how they can be captured, protected and exploited to realise the true value of a client’s business.
Current memberships include FNZIPA, IPSANZ, and the New Zealand Law Society. Jason was also a member of the NZIPA examination board governing the New Zealand Patent Attorney qualification for five years from 2005 - 2009.