The cannabis industry presents unprecedented opportunities for businesses and entrepreneurs. Yet, entities looking to engage in this emerging industry face daunting levels of legal complexity and uncertainty. Moreover, state and local governments are constantly tasked with regulating an ever-evolving industry. Dykema's Cannabis Law Blog discusses important cannabis-related legal developments, reviews the practical implications of those developments, and provides valuable insight for anyone...
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Profile
Matthew D. Nielsen practices in the Intellectual Property Group in Dykema's Minneapolis office. Prior to joining the firm, Mr. Nielsen was associated with the Atrial Fibrillation Division of St. Jude Medical where he supported the AFD legal team with patent marking, due diligence, patent prosecution, trademark clearance, IP legal research and other projects.
A graduate of William Mitchell College of law, during law school, Mr. Nielsen served as a Research Assistant to Professor Carl Moy.
Bar Admissions
Minnesota, 2010
Education
William Mitchell College of Law, J.D. Iowa State University, B.S., 2006
Areas of Practice
- Copyright
- Intellectual Property
- Intellectual Property & Intellectual Property Litigation
- Patent Prosecution
- Portfolio Due Diligence
- Trademark
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