Anne Weeks, PhD
Associate
| Biotechnology
Overview
Anne Weeks supports clients in the life sciences industry through all stages of patent prosecution and strategy. With a strong background in molecular biology and microbiology, she works with companies ranging from early-stage biotechnology start-ups to mid-size and large enterprises, as well as academic institutions.
Anne’s practice includes drafting and prosecuting patent applications, and conducting freedom-to-operate, patentability, and invalidity searches. She regularly prepares claim charts and contributes to IP due diligence and licensing matters. In addition, she advises on patent term extension (PTE) and Bayh-Dole compliance.
Passionate about guiding clients through each unique phase of their business growth, Anne tailors IP strategies that evolve in step with their business goals. She takes a thoughtful and collaborative approach to building strong patent portfolios that support commercial success.
Anne particularly enjoys working with start-ups and helping them navigate the critical intersection of intellectual property and business strategy. In addition, she maintains an active pro bono practice with a particular focus on serving veterans.
Prior to joining Wolf Greenfield, Anne worked as a patent agent at a Boston-based law firm. In addition, she spent two summers at Wolf Greenfield as a summer associate.
Before beginning law school, Anne received her PhD in molecular microbiology. Her research focused on identification and investigation of Dfi1p signaling intermediates and transcriptional targets in Candida albicans.
Activities
- Boston Intellectual Property Law Association (BIPLA), Member
- Women in the Enterprise of Science and Technology (WEST), Member
Recognition
- Tufts University, Provost Fellow (2010-2012)
- Grinnell College, Phi Beta Kappa
- Grinnell College, Goldwater Scholarship Nominee
Interests
Outside of work, Anne is an avid knitter—a hobby she picked up during law school—and especially enjoys crafting hats and shawls. She is also a passionate bird enthusiast who often spends time exploring local woods with binoculars in hand. At home, Anne enjoys the company of her two cats.