Devon C. Beane

PARTNER, K&L GATES Devon Beane is a Partner and Practice Group Coordinator for the IP Litigation practice group of K&L Gates. Her practice focuses on supporting clients through all aspects of patent litigation, including pre-suit investigations to appeals. Her patent experience spans diverse technologies, including medical devices and diagnostics, stem cell technology, semiconductors, and consumer […]

Sean J. Birt

ASSOCIATE, REED SMITH Sean Birt works as an Associate in the Chicago office of Reed Smith. His practice focuses on representing financial institutions in commercial finance transactions. His work includes a wide array of debt financing. Mr. Birt received his B.A. in Political Science from the University of Illinois in 2018. He then received his J.D. […]

Benjamin Boris

ASSOCIATE, NEAL GERBER & EISENBERG Ben Boris works as an Associate in the Litigation & Disputes practice group of Neal Gerber & Eisenberg. His practice focuses on complex commercial litigation matters and insurance recovery for policyholders. He practices across all aspects of litigation, mediation and arbitration. Mr. Boris received his B.A. in Political Science and […]

John Kocoras

Alumni Attorney Talks is a virtual series that aims to provide prospective law students with helpful insights about attending law school and pursuing a legal career. This series features interviews with University of Illinois alumni working in a variety of diverse settings within the legal profession.