Joanna comes to OG+S with over a decade of experience in intellectual property. Working in both boutique and Legal 500 law firms, she brings a strong background in managing complex matters, coordinating with attorneys, foreign associates, and clients, and ensuring precision and efficiency throughout every stage of the legal process. Born and raised in the Washington, … Read more
Whenever we address an issue, it is important that we understand the actual issue. That involves a lot of questions to poke around in all of the corners of the problem. Sometimes those questions are uncomfortable. The person answering is sometimes embarrassed about what they know is hiding in the shadows, but more often, they … Read more
We here at OG+S love being practical (and let’s face it, we also have a big dose of whimsy). While we love big ideas, we love it even more when we can help make big ideas actually happen. To use a patent term, we love to help reduce it to practice. That’s why we are thrilled … Read more
Good form allows movement to be powerful and efficient. But form is just a shape, and the shape we take depends on what we need to do. I think about this when I train. A lifter grips the bar with rigid structure to generate force. A dancer extends through the fingertips, creating length and fluidity. … Read more
As a senior in high school, I must make a lot of decisions for the next steps in my life. The questions people always have for me these days are; “How is senior year going?” “Do you know what you want to do or where you want to go?” I always reply that I am … Read more
We’re thrilled to welcome Jennifer Glass to OG+S! Jenn brings over 15 years of experience in intellectual property, specializing in patent prosecution, as well as patent and trademark docketing. She holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Management from Cornerstone University. Jenn’s career spans a variety of industries within the legal field, including automotive … Read more
Lethina Stephens is a highly organized and analytical Program Manager with extensive experience in managing global SDLC Waterfall and AGILE projects. Certified as a Project Management Professional (PMP) and a SCRUM Master, she excels in fast-paced and evolving environments, particularly in software and hardware SaaS, fintech, and mobile applications. Lethina has a proven track record … Read more
Non-compete agreements have been in the news lately because the FTC “banned” them. Yeah, it was in the boring section in the news, but I know I’m not the only one who saw it – as we’ve had questions. First, the FTC issued a final rule. That’s an administrative rule, not a law, but lots … Read more
I’m a little busy. Most of our clients know my name from receiving invoices, but with 20 years of banking experience, I do a lot of complementary financial activity behind the scenes as well. I document passthrough expenses, reconcile our financial activity internally to make it easier for our accountants, and ensure that the attorney’s … Read more
I feel gratitude commemorating two enriching years at Ogden Glazer + Schafer (“OG+S”) as a Paralegal in the Intellectual Property practice. As I reflect on this milestone, I am struck by the journey, the career shift and finding myself in an environment that fosters growth, champions values of DEI, continual learning, and collaboration. Influential author … Read more