Notable Women in Law: Molly Lawson

Class of 2022

Molly Lawson, a partner in Michael Best & Friedrich LLP’s Milwaukee office, is experienced in the patent protection area, both in the United States and internationally. Her patent prosecution and patent clearance practice is focused on computer software and hardware technologies.

With more than 11 years of experience as an attorney, Lawson helps companies protect and commercialize technologies including artificial intelligence, wireless networks and communication protocols, vehicle and industrial machinery control systems and cryptographic and security applications. She also drafts contracts for nondisclosure, joint development, hosting service, privacy and license agreements. Lawson also serves as sub-group leader for the firm’s electrical engineering and computer science technologies section.

During her time with the firm, Lawson has expanded her practice to represent clients ranging from small businesses to Fortune 500 companies in the software, automotive, aerospace, mining and medical sectors.

Lawson also volunteered her time with the Marquette Legal Clinic for many years.

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