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Sarah E. Davis

Carrboro

Summary

Recent law student graduate scheduled to take the Multi-State Bar in July 2025 with extensive chemical and biochemical research experience, adept in patent prosecution and intellectual property research. Proven able to manage complex patent and trademark portfolios while excelling in client communication, teamwork, and project leadership. Recognized by clients for drafting clear, responsive legal documents, and advising on critical trademarking and licensing issues.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Private Tutor - Standardized Tests (PSAT, SAT, ACT, LSAT)

01.2013 - Current

Professional Musician - Violin and Viola Performer and Instructor

01.2013 - Current

3L Student Attorney

UNC Law Intellectual Property Clinic
08.2024 - 12.2024
  • Managed and developed trademark portfolios for clients
  • Advised clients on intellectual property protection, data privacy, and licensing issues
  • Drafted and negotiated intellectual property licenses between clients and corporate entities

2L Research Assistant

UNC Law Startup Clinic
05.2024 - 08.2024
  • Researched patent prosecution histories and final patent grants
  • Drafted detailed memoranda and organized multi-year legal work product documentation

1L Summer Intern

Myers Bigel
01.2023 - 12.2023
  • Managed and developed United States and international patent portfolio in the areas of organic chemistry, cell biology, gene therapy, genome editing, animal husbandry, and plant agriculture
  • Advised clients and coordinated correspondence with international attorneys
  • Authored client newsletter articles and participated in patent law seminars

Chemist

Bluesky Polymers
01.2022 - 12.2022
  • Synthesized and analyzed polymer powders for advance 3D printing applications
  • Performed quality assurance on polymer films and 3D-printed parts

Fluid Dynamics Research Intern

UNC Joint Fluid Dynamics Lab
01.2021 - 12.2021
  • Tracked and characterized the phenomenon of soliton waves
  • Developed a system for creating a trackable hole in water
  • Supervised and trained high school students in advanced lab techniques

Microfluidics Research Intern

UNC Polachek Lab
01.2019 - 12.2020
  • Developed and manufactured microfluidic platforms for cultivating vascular cell systems
  • Optimized procedures for growing microvascular systems from cell cocktails on microfluidic platforms

Education

Juris Doctor -

UNIVERSITY OF NORTH CAROLINA SCHOOL OF LAW
CHAPEL HILL, NC
05-2025

Bachelor of Science - Chemistry

UNIVERSITY OF NORTH CAROLINA
CHAPEL HILL, NC
12-2021

Bachelor of Arts - Music

UNIVERSITY OF NORTH CAROLINA
CHAPEL HILL, NC
12-2021

Skills

  • Patent prosecution and analysis
  • Intellectual property research
  • Legal and scientific writing
  • Molecular and cellular biology
  • Polymer chemistry expertise
  • Fluid dynamics knowledge
  • Microfluidics proficiency
  • Client communication skills
  • Team leadership abilities
  • Training and supervision experience
  • Detail-oriented approach
  • Verbal and written communication

Timeline

3L Student Attorney

UNC Law Intellectual Property Clinic
08.2024 - 12.2024

2L Research Assistant

UNC Law Startup Clinic
05.2024 - 08.2024

1L Summer Intern

Myers Bigel
01.2023 - 12.2023

Chemist

Bluesky Polymers
01.2022 - 12.2022

Fluid Dynamics Research Intern

UNC Joint Fluid Dynamics Lab
01.2021 - 12.2021

Microfluidics Research Intern

UNC Polachek Lab
01.2019 - 12.2020

Private Tutor - Standardized Tests (PSAT, SAT, ACT, LSAT)

01.2013 - Current

Professional Musician - Violin and Viola Performer and Instructor

01.2013 - Current

Juris Doctor -

UNIVERSITY OF NORTH CAROLINA SCHOOL OF LAW

Bachelor of Science - Chemistry

UNIVERSITY OF NORTH CAROLINA

Bachelor of Arts - Music

UNIVERSITY OF NORTH CAROLINA
Sarah E. Davis