Dianna G. El Hioum

Dianna is the firm’s Chief Growth Strategist. A former Chair of the firm's Intellectual Property Department, she centers her practice on global patent prosecution, licensing and opinion work.

With a background in biotechnology, chemistry and large-scale drug manufacturing, she understands the development of drugs and medical devices, from early-stage research and patenting to FDA-approval, production and marketing. In addition to her experience in the chemical and pharmaceutical industries, Dianna handles intellectual property issues in the area of shooting sports.

A skilled negotiator and persuasive writer, Dianna has a proven record of obtaining valuable patents, including Orange book listings, and resolving disputes before and during litigation.