Before joining Brooks Kushman, Erin worked as an engineer in the automotive field where she had nearly a decade of industry experience prior to becoming an attorney. During this time, Erin gained technical experience in a broad range of positions including product design, manufacturing engineering, program management and technical sales.

While working for major international companies, Erin’s involvement extended beyond daily engineering activities and crossed international boundaries. For example, in her career at a U.S. car manufacturer, Erin coordinated with foreign subsidiaries to design and manufacture products for an international program. In addition, while at a German automotive supplier, Erin managed the development of advanced components from a network of global facilities.

These experiences provide Erin with an expansive understanding of mechanical, electromechanical and control systems in a broad range of technologies such as solar power, plastic injection molding, and complex automotive sensors and systems. In particular, Erin has a thorough understanding of automotive powertrain technology.

Prior to joining Brooks Kushman, Erin worked at an intellectual property firm, as well as in the legal department of an automotive OEM. She also took courses in international patent law at the Max Plank Institute in Munich. While in Munich, Erin was also able to spend time at the European Patent Office and visit the intellectual property departments of several international companies.

This combination of diverse experiences provides Erin with an excellent understanding of the many aspects of intellectual property prosecution. Moreover, Erin’s experience gives her insight into the intellectual property management challenges for both domestic and international companies in today’s global marketplace.