Sunstein LLP is pleased to announce that the firm has elevated patent attorney Christopher Lacenere, Ph.D. to counsel.

“We congratulate Christopher on his promotion to counsel,” said Kerry L. Timbers, Sunstein’s managing partner. “We are very proud of Christopher’s achievements, and we highly value his extensive background in the life sciences, helping our clients develop robust patent portfolios.”

Previously an associate patent attorney, Lacenere focuses his practice on biotech and life sciences involving both patent prosecution and litigation. He has particular experience in the fields of genetics, next-generation sequencing, cellular and molecular biology, biochemistry, and molecular diagnostics.

Lacenere is also involved in MassBio and, in his spare time, enjoys cooking, craft IPA, Ohio Valley-style pizza, and growing hot peppers.

Lacenere received his J.D. (cum laude) from Suffolk University Law School, holds a Ph.D. in biology from California Institute of Technology (Caltech), and a B.S. in biological sciences (with honors) from Carnegie Mellon University.