Hylton-Rodic Law PLLC – Washington, DC

Specialized IP Counsel for Life Sciences

Hylton-Rodic Law PLLC is a boutique intellectual property law firm based in the Tenleytown neighborhood of Washington, D.C., dedicated to serving innovators in the chemical, pharmaceutical, and biotechnology sectors. Founded and led by Keisha Hylton-Rodic, Ph.D., a registered patent attorney with a doctorate in Organic Chemistry, the firm offers a rare combination of legal acumen and deep scientific expertise. As a certified women- and minority-owned business, Hylton-Rodic Law provides personalized, high-touch service that large general practice firms often cannot match. The firm’s mission is to help clients-ranging from university spin-outs and startups to large multinational corporations-maximize the value of their intellectual assets through strategic patent protection and portfolio management.

Science-Backed Legal Strategy

The firm’s core strength lies in its ability to understand complex scientific technologies. The attorneys are not just lawyers; they are scientists who can speak the language of inventors. This technical proficiency is critical for drafting robust patent applications in fields like Small Molecule Pharmaceuticals, Biologics, and Material Sciences. Hylton-Rodic Law specializes in Hatch-Waxman litigation support and strategic counseling, helping generic and brand-name pharmaceutical companies navigate the regulatory landscape. They also provide comprehensive Freedom-to-Operate (FTO) opinions, ensuring that clients can launch new products without infringing on existing patent rights.

• Patent Prosecution: Drafting and prosecuting patent applications before the USPTO and coordinating global filings.
• Due Diligence: Conducting IP audits and risk assessments for investors and companies during mergers and acquisitions.
• Opinion Work: Providing validity, non-infringement, and patentability opinions to guide business decisions.
• Global Portfolio Management: Overseeing patent rights across multiple jurisdictions to ensure international protection.

A Partner for Innovation

Hylton-Rodic Law PLLC prides itself on being more than just an outside counsel; they act as strategic partners in their clients’ business growth. The firm understands that for a startup, a single patent can be the company’s most valuable asset. Therefore, they approach every case with a focus on long-term commercial viability. The firm’s boutique nature allows for flexible billing arrangements and a level of responsiveness that is essential in the fast-paced world of tech and pharma. Dr. Hylton-Rodic’s extensive experience, which includes working at top-tier IP firms and representing venture capital funds, ensures that clients receive Big Law quality representation with the personal attention of a dedicated specialist.

Conveniently Located in NW DC

Situated on Albemarle Street NW, the firm operates outside the congested downtown corridor, offering a more accessible environment for local clients while maintaining close proximity to the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) via the Metro. The office is located in a modern mixed-use complex that reflects the firm’s forward-thinking and community-oriented values. Whether you are a university researcher looking to patent a new compound or a biotech company planning a product launch, Hylton-Rodic Law PLLC offers the scientific depth and legal precision needed to succeed.