
Chris Hack
AssociateAbout
Chris Hack works on intellectual property matters with a focus on patent litigation, leveraging his background in engineering.
CourtsUnited States District Court for the Southern District of California
Education
- J.D., University of San Diego School of Law, 2025
cum laude
San Diego International Law Journal
University of San Diego Moot Court - B.S., Civil Engineering, North Carolina State University, 2016
EXPERIENCE
Chris has experience delivering live argument before a panel of Administrative Patent through the Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) Moot Court Competition.
Pro Bono
Chris maintains an active pro bono practice. He has assisted both non-profits and developing nations with intellectual property needs.
Publications and media
- Co-author, “Navigating Discovery Burdens During Patent Litigation at the ITC,” ITC TLA 337 Reporter Summer Associate Edition, October 21, 2024
Prior Experience
Prior to joining DLA Piper, Chris was a judicial extern in the Chambers of the Honorable Judge Anello in the District Court for the Southern District of California.
Additional Information
Chris is a veteran of the United States Navy, serving for 8 years as a Surface Warfare Officer.
Connect
Phone
+1 704 661 7951
(Work, San Diego)