- Francine B. Nesti
- 3001 W. Big Beaver Road
- Suite 624
- Troy, MI 48084
- 248-649-3333 P
- 248-649-3338 F
- nesti@youngbasile.com
Francine B. Nesti
Francine Nesti is an attorney with the firm's Troy office.
Practice Summary:
Ms. Nesti concentrates her practice on patent prosecution, clearance and infringement opinions and strategic counseling for protecting intellectual property in the areas of mechanical, chemical, materials and medical devices. Ms. Nesti also handles a wide variety of commercial transactions including licensing, procurement, outsourcing and distribution agreements.
Industry Experience:
Ms. Nesti has over a decade of experience as an engineer in the chemical and refining industries. She has been responsible for engineering analysis and design, process simulation, feasibility studies, economic justification, and start-up support. Her expertise spans both mechanical and chemical engineering.
Representative Clients:
Ms. Nesti works with clients ranging from start-ups to Fortune 500 corporations in such fields as automotive manufacturing and supply, semiconductor fabrication, medical device manufacturing, and consumer products. Representative clients include Abbott Diabetes Care, Inc., Parker-Hannifin, Nissan Motor Company, Ltd. and Synopsys.
Publications:
- The Federal Circuit, 84 U. Det. Mercy L. Rev. (2007).
Honors/Distinctions:
- Dean's Scholarship for Academic Achievement
- Chmielnicki Scholarship for Outstanding Academic Performance
- University of Detroit Mercy Law Review Member, 2005-2007, Title Editor, 2006-2007
Professional Activities:
- Michigan Intellectual Property Law Association
- American IP Law Association
- State Bar of Michigan
Education:
- University of Detroit Mercy School of Law, J.D. magna cum laude May 2007
- Michigan State University, B.S., Chemical Engineering, 1992
Admitted to Practice:
- U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
- State of Michigan
- Eastern District of Michigan
Civic Activities:
- President, Neighborhood Association of Birmingham
- Treasurer, President's Council of Birmingham