James Calkins

James Calkins is a legal professional who served as the Senior Director of Legal Counsel at Qualcomm. His tenure at Qualcomm lasted from August 2016 until January 2024, during which he focused on intellectual property rights enforcement related to Qualcomm's technology.12

Prior to his role at Qualcomm, Calkins held the position of Vice President of Legal Counsel at another organization from 2015 to 2016. He is currently reported to be retired, though he has not confirmed whether this is a permanent decision.2

Calkins has been involved in various legal discussions and events, indicating his active participation in the legal community, particularly in matters related to innovation and intellectual property.3