Colin Cormier

About Colin Cormier

I am an Associate at Knobbe Martens, an Intellectual Property law firm, where I specialize in the prosecution of computer science and software patents, particularly in the areas of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning. I am admitted to practice before the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), have passed the New York Bar Exam, and am currently awaiting admission to practice law in New York.My background combines legal expertise with technical depth. I hold a Juris Doctorate from Boston University School of Law and a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science and Linguistics from Boston University. During my undergraduate studies, I gained practical experience with AI and machine learning through the BU Spark! program, and I have a strong foundation in programming languages including Python, Java, C, C#, and JavaScript.Beyond computer science, I have a diverse academic background, having completed foundational collegiate coursework in chemistry, biology, and physics, which enhances my ability to understand and protect innovations across multiple scientific domains. Additionally, my time studying Mandarin at Fudan University in Shanghai provided valuable international communication experience, deepening my appreciation for global perspectives in technology.I am passionate about bridging the gap between innovation and intellectual property law, leveraging my technical and linguistic skills to help clients safeguard cutting-edge technologies.

Experience

1. Associate

   Knobbe Martens

   Sep 2025 — Present · New York, NY, US

Education

• Boston University

  Bachelor of Arts - BA, Computer Science/Linguistics

• Boston University School of Law

  Juris Doctor, Law

  2022 — 2025