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content[0]='<br /><b>Francine  Nesti</b><br /><br /><b>Hometown:</b><br />Frankenmuth, Michigan<br /><br /><b>Education:</b><br />University of Detroit Mercy School of Law, J.D. , <i>magna cum laude</i>, May 2007; Michigan State University, B.S., Chemical Engineering, 1992.<br /><br /><b>Practice:</b><br />Patent procurement and litigation.<br /><br /><b>Work History:</b><br />Before joining Young Basile, I was a process engineer at British Petroleum and a technical consultant for a large chemical company. I joined Young Basile in 2005.<br /><br /><b>Why I am at Young Basile:</b><br />While working as a summer associate, I was able to work closely with many of the firm&#146;s attorneys on a wide range of projects. Staying was an easy decision for me as I liked and respected my co-workers and their dedication and professionalism. I also enjoyed the challenges presented by the firm&#146;s various clients. I look forward to a fulfilling future at the firm.<br /><br /><b>Personal Interests:</b><br />Travel, golf and wines.'
content[1]='<br /><b>Michelle Knight</b><br /><br /><b>Hometown:</b><br />Abington, Massachusetts<br /><br /><b>Education:</b><br />University of Connecticut School of Law, J. D. 2000 with high honors; Worcester Polytechnic Institute, BSEE, 1989.<br /><br /><b>Practice:</b><br />I handle prosecution and client counseling in the electrical and mechanical arts. Having a power industry background, I work extensively with alternative energy technologies.<br /><br /><b>Why I am at Young Basile:</b><br />I wanted a mid&ndash;sized firm where I would have a large level of responsibility. As an associate, I am responsible for managing one of the firm&#146;s largest clients.<br /><br /><b>Personal Interests:</b><br />Ballroom dancing, politics and reading.'
content[2]='<br /><b>Andy Basile, Jr.</b><br /><br /><b>Hometown:</b><br />Detroit, Michigan<br /><br /><b>Education:</b><br />U. of Michigan Law School (1989);<br />Princeton University, BS EE (1986).<br /><br /><b>Practice:</b><br />Patents and technology transactions in the areas of software, electronics and automotive.<br /><br /><b>Work History:</b><br />I began my career at Jenner & Block in Chicago. In 1999, I moved to San Francisco, where I ran the 20 attorney technology transaction practice at Cooley Godward.<br /><br /><b>Why I am at Young Basile:</b><br />I have always wanted to practice with my father, who co-founded the firm. I enjoyed opening the firm&#146;s Palo Alto office.<br /><br /><b>Personal Interests:</b><br />Skiing, hiking, travel and sci-fi.'
content[3]='<br /><b>Denise Glassmeyer</b><br /><br /><b>Hometown:</b><br />Covington, Kentucky<br /><br /><b>Education:</b><br />University of Detroit School of Law (1984); University of Detroit, BA Chemistry (1980).<br /><br /><b>Practice:</b><br />Patent application and prosecution especially in chemical compositions and processes, materials and life sciences.<br /><br /><b>Work History:</b><br />I began my career as a lab tech and later as a research chemist in quality assurance and environmental and regulatory compliance. I began work for the firm as a law clerk while completing law school.<br /><br /><b>Why I work at Young Basile:</b><br />I have been fascinated by inventions from the moment my dad showed me his first patent when I was 12 years old. At Young Basile, I work with a group of professionals who share my fascination with the inventive process, my respect for inventors and the positive good they have on society and my passion for capturing complex science in written language.<br /><br /><b>Personal interests:</b><br />My children and their interests, including progressive rock, competitive wrestling, classical violin and marine biology. My personal interests include Anglo-American history and literature and local community volunteerism.'
content[4]='<br /><b>Chris Mitchell</b><br /><br /><b>Hometown:</b><br />Ann Arbor, Michigan<br /><br /><b>Education:</b><br />University of Cincinnati William Howard Taft College of Law (Honor&#146;s List), J.D., 1994 Kenyon College (Merit List) B.A. in Biology, 1991.<br /><br /><b>Practice:</b><br />Strategic counseling relating to product development, including state&ndash;of&ndash;the&ndash;art searches and freedom&ndash;to&ndash;operate opinions, trademark clearance opinions, patent and trademark procurement, and licensing; and patent, trademark and copyright litigation.<br /><br /><b>Why I am at Young Basile:</b><br />I joined Young Basile right out of law school in &#146;94 and quickly realized that I was practicing with an extremely skilled group of attorneys. With such mentoring, and boundless opportunities for professional development servicing exceptional clients, there has never been any doubt that about my desire to stay with Young Basile and repay my colleagues by helping to shape the firm&#146;s future.<br /><br /><b>Personal Interests:</b><br />Mountain biking, golf, running, fly fishing and reading.'
content[5]='<br /><b>Andrew R. Basile, Sr.</b><br /><br /><b>Hometown:</b><br />New York City<br /><br /><b>Education:</b><br />University of Detroit School of Law, J.D., 1968; Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering, University of Detroit, 1964.<br /><br /><b>Practice:</b><br />Patent and trademark procurement and licensing.<br /><br /><b>Work History:</b><br />After graduating from college, I went to work as an engineer specializing in hydraulic and pneumatic designs for aircraft. I co&ndash;founded Young Basile in 1973.<br /><br /><b>Why I am at Young Basile:</b><br />Young Basile is like a family to me.  I have spent most of my career here and am proud of the firm&#146;s growth and the clients that we represent.<br /><br /><b>Personal Interests:</b><br />Sailing, golf, travel and my 8 grand children.'
content[6]='<br /><b>Bill Hanlon</b><br /><br /><b>Hometown:</b><br />Detroit, Michigan<br /><br /><b>Education:</b><br />Detroit College of Law, J.D., 1976; General Motors Institute, BEE Electrical Engineering, 1971.<br /><br /><b>Practice:</b><br />Patent and trademark procurement and licensing.<br /><br /><b>Work History:</b><br />Before joining Young Basile, I practiced in-house at Westinghouse Corporation and then at Burroughs Corporation. I have been at Young Basile since 1979.<br /><br /><b>Why I am at Young Basile:</b><br />For 28 years it has been the perfect place to practice IP law due to the management, staff and attorneys who support and make possible an extensive IP practice.<br /><br /><b>Personal Interests:</b><br />Swimming, gardening, reading.'
content[7]='<br /><b>Tom Young</b><br /><br /><b>Hometown:</b><br />Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania<br /><br /><b>Education:</b><br />Detroit College of Law, J. D., <i>cum laude</i> 1965 University of Michigan, B.S.E.E., Electrical Engineering 1961.<br /><br /><b>Why I am at Young Basile:</b><br />I met Andy Basile Sr. in part because we were both pilots. When my former partner and I dissolved our firm, Andy an I both thought it was a great opportunity to merge our practices. I have enjoyed practicing with Andy for many years because we have common objectives of providing outstanding client service while creating a comfortable work environment for our colleagues.<br /><br /><b>Personal Interests:</b><br />Aviation, golf, boating.'
content[8]='<br /><b>Ryan McCleary</b><br /><br /><b>Hometown:</b><br />White Lake, MI<br /><br /><b>Education:</b><br />Thomas M. Cooley Law School J.D., <i>magna cum laude</i> 2011 <br />Kettering University B.S. Computer Science; B.S. Computer Engineering 2004<br /><br /><b>Practice:</b><br/>Patent prosecution and counseling with focus on Internet and software technology<br/><br/><b>Work History:</b><br/>I have ten years of experience in the automotive industry at various Tier 1 suppliers.  I started in a manufacturing environment, and gained experience in diverse areas ranging from electrical controls to machine and die design to software engineering.  Later I was involved in a strategic engineering project where I was responsible for the hardware and software design of a prototype automotive electronic control unit.  At my most recent employer, I was responsible for IT, HR, and risk management and was closely involved in day-to-day operational decision making.<br/><br/><b>Why I am at Young Basile:</b><br />Young Basile offered me the opportunity to work with world-class clients on world-class projects.  The firm as a whole is very customer service oriented and puts the client first, which I believe is very important.  At the same time, the firm is cognizant of the challenges and demands one faces as an associate.<br /><br /><b>Personal Interests:</b><br />I enjoy being near water (especially sailing), and reading.'
content[9]='<br /><b>Christopher G. Darrow</b><br /><br /><b>Hometown:</b><br/>Frankenmuth, MI; Mackinaw City, MI<br/><br/><b>Education:</b><br/>The George Washington University Law School, Washington, D.C., 2004<br/>Wayne State University Law School J.D., cum laude, 2000<br/>Michigan State University, B.S. Chemical Engineering, 1997<br/><br/><b>Practice:</b><br/> Intellectual property litigation and prosecution, including patent and trademark litigation.  I also litigate trademark opposition and cancellation proceedings before the United States Patent and Trademark Office.  I also frequently serve as a special master/technical advisor in patent infringement cases to federal judges in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan.<br/><br/><b>Work History:</b><br/>Before joining Young Basile, I served as a law clerk to the Honorable Paul D. Borman in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan.  I also was an attorney at Sidley Austin LLP, a large international law firm, where I practiced intellectual property litigation.<br/><br/><b>Why I am at Young Basile:</b><br/>Young Basile offered me the opportunity to return home to Michigan and to do interesting work.<br/><br/><b>Personal Interests:</b><br/>Tennis, traveling, history, and volunteering.'
content[10]='<br/><b>Nadine Mustafa</b><br/><br/><b>Hometown:</b><br/>Dearborn Heights, MI<br/><br/><b>Education:</b><br/>Wayne State University School of Law, J.D., 2008<br/>University of Michigan &#149; Dearborn, B.S. Computer Engineering 2004<br/><br/><b>Practice:</b><br/>Patent prosecution and counseling with focus on Internet and software technology<br/><br/><b>Work History:</b><br/>Prior to joining Young Basile, I worked for a Tier 1 automotive supplier as a software engineer developing and testing software for instrument cluster control systems.   Before finishing my undergraduate degree, I also had the opportunity to work for the leading provider of embedded software components for automotive networking systems.<br/><br/><b>Why I am at Young Basile:</b><br/>Young Basile offered me the opportunity to work with world-class clients on exciting and challenging projects.  I enjoy our team-oriented environment and the fact that every day I am in the office is a day to learn some thing new.<br/><br/><b>Personal Interests:</b><br/>I enjoy working out, cooking and spending time with my friends and family.'


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