| Name | Title | Contact Details |
|---|---|---|
Christen DiPetrillo |
Director of Intellectual Property | Profile |
Irene Pleasure |
Senior Vice President, General Counsel | Profile |
Stephen Leanos |
Senior Director, Legal | Profile |
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