IP Talk Episode 44: A Conversation with Phil Hamzik

Phil Hamzik is an Associate in Wolf Greenfield’s Pharmaceutical Practice. From protecting key platform technologies to advising on drug product life cycle management, Phil works closely with pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies to develop IP strategies aligned with their business goals.

Phil also serves as the first Chair of Wolf Greenfield's LGBTQ+ Affinity Group. Additionally, he’s on the Board of Directors of the Massachusetts LGBTQ Bar Association, working to connect and empower LGBTQ+ attorneys through networking, law student mentoring and scholarship, legislative advocacy, and more. Phil also serves as Co-chair of the Greater Boston Legal Services Associates Drive (GBLS), helping raise record amounts for legal aid for low-income families. Phil has been recognized as a Leading IP Practitioner by World IP Review, and as one of World IP Review Diversity’s Top 100 People in IP.

In this episode of IP Talk with Wolf Greenfield, Phil discusses his work with pharma clients and his activities outside the office. Here are some of the highlights:

• 01:25 - Phil’s current responsibilities and focus areas at Wolf Greenfield
• 02:00 - Notable topics and issues in 2024
• 02:52 - The differences in working on IP strategies for organizations of all sizes, from large pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies to startups
• 03:47 - Phil elaborates on his various activities on behalf of the LGBTQ+ community
• 04:48 - The importance of Wolf Greenfield’s commitment to having firm members active in community issues
• 05:23 - Phil discusses Wolf Greenfield’s fundraising for the annual Greater Boston Legal Services Associates Fund Drive
• 06:11 - A look toward 2025