McNees Wallace & Nurick LLC Attorney Shawn K. Leppo will succeed Bruce Wolstoncroft as Co-Chair of the Intellectual Property Group effective January 1, 2018 joining Michael Doctrow in that role.
“As we transition to our next generation of firm leaders, Shawn’s intense dedication and extensive experience will enhance our Client service and the Firm’s success,” McNees Wallace & Nurick LLC Chairman David M. Kleppinger said. “His thorough understanding of technology and unparalleled service to our clients will expand upon the long-standing success of our Intellectual Property Group.”
He practices in the Intellectual Property, Patent Division, and International Law Groups in the Harrisburg, PA office. His practice includes all aspects of intellectual property law, with a focus on patent counseling and litigation.
Shawn has been named a Rising Star three times by Pennsylvania Super Lawyers. He is a member of the American Intellectual Property Law Association and the American Institute of Chemical Engineers. He also is a board member of CREDC (Capital Region Economic Development Corporation), New Birth of Freedom Council of the Boy Scouts of America and St. Stephen’s Episcopal School.