With over 35 years of dedicated experience in intellectual property law, Jackie Rhodes is a Senior Paralegal who brings unparalleled depth and operational expertise to Lempia Summerfield Katz. Jackie specializes in both domestic and international patent and trademark prosecution, playing a vital role in securing and maintaining clients’ global IP assets. At the firm, she also manages the comprehensive docketing system, ensuring absolute precision in tracking critical filings and deadlines.

Prior to joining the firm, Jackie honed her leadership and organizational skills as a paralegal manager at a prominent IP firm in Chicago. Her extensive background encompasses every facet of the IP lifecycle, including domestic and foreign patent prosecution, trademark searching, clearance, and prosecution. Her deep industry knowledge and managerial background make her an invaluable, trusted asset to the firm’s legal team and its clients.