Overview
Christa Sindt works closely with clients to develop an IP strategy that aligns with — and leverages IP to support — business objectives.
Patents
Christa’s practice includes U.S. and international patent preparation and prosecution, strategic patent portfolio management, patent infringement and validity investigations, and patent litigation. She also helps clients evaluate and minimize risk by performing freedom-to-operate analyses and providing design-around strategy counseling.
Chemistry & Engineering
Christa primarily provides advice to clients in the chemical and mechanical arts. Her areas of technical experience include:
- Agricultural chemicals
- Polymer science
- Food chemistry
- Material science, including 3D printing and vapor deposition materials
- Process manufacturing
Related Industries
Credentials
Bar Admissions
Minnesota
U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
Court Admissions
U.S. District Court for the District of Minnesota
Education
University of Iowa College of Law
J.D. with distinction, Journal of Corporation Law (managing editor) (2007)
Iowa State University
B.S. in Chemical Engineering, with distinction (2003)
Insights & Events
Leadership & Community
Pro Bono
- LegalCORPS — Inventor Assistance Program
- Immigrant Law Center of Minnesota
Honors
- Faegre Baker Daniels — Pro Bono Honor Roll, 2013-15; 2023-24