Evan McAlpine

Evan McAlpine is a seasoned legal professional specializing in intellectual property with extensive experience at Relativity since July 2013, where current responsibilities include serving as Senior Intellectual Property Counsel and collaborating with product, engineering, and marketing teams on IP issues, particularly in areas related to AI and data privacy. Previous roles at Relativity involved implementing IP strategies, managing patent and trademark portfolios, and advising on intangible asset protection. Additionally, Evan has contributed to academia as an Adjunct Professor at the Illinois Institute of Technology, designing courses and lecturing on intellectual property law and management. Evan's foundational experience includes an internship with The National Intellectual Property Taskforce and prior employment at Trader Joe's while completing undergraduate studies. Educational credentials comprise a Juris Doctor from Chicago-Kent College of Law, a Master's in Intellectual Property Management & Markets from Illinois Institute of Technology, and a Bachelor's degree in History from Northeastern Illinois University.