Rikki A. Hullinger, Ph.D.
Patent Agent
Dr. Hullinger, with over 8 years of experience, supports clients in diverse life science technologies through patent preparation, prosecution, and strategic portfolio management.

Dr. Hullinger’s strong neurobiology background and numerous research roles allows her to support clients in diverse fields of life science technology, including antibodies, biologics, assays, gene therapy, plant and agricultural products, animal nutrition, biomedical devices, and diagnostic and treatment methods. Dr. Hullinger has 8+ years experience in preparing and prosecuting patent applications in the U.S. and foreign countries, performing invention review and patentability assessments, and strategic patent portfolio management across a wide range of technology areas.
- Patent Agent, Casimir Jones, S.C., 2018 to present
- Patent Agent, Michael Best and Friedrich LLP, 2016 to 2018
- Graduate Student, University of Wisconsin Madison, 2011 to 2016
- Undergraduate Research Assistant, University of Michigan, 2008 to 2010
- PhD., University of Wisconsin, Neuroscience, 2016
- B.S., University of Michigan, Neuroscience, 2010