Sheila Kadura

Sheila Kadura is an accomplished legal professional specializing in intellectual property law at The University of Texas System. As the Associate General Counsel for Business Law - Intellectual Property, she brings extensive experience and expertise to her role.

Professional Background

Dr. Kadura's practice primarily focuses on intellectual property matters, including:

• Patents
• Copyrights
• Trademarks
• Trade secrets
• Sponsored research

Her background includes significant experience in litigation and appellate matters related to patents, trade secrets, and trademarks.1

Achievements and Expertise

Sheila Kadura has demonstrated a strong track record in patent law. She recently celebrated her 150th patent grant, which she attributes to:

• A network of creative collaborators
• Understanding of history and prior art
• Effective collaboration within her professional network2

Current Responsibilities

At The University of Texas System, Dr. Kadura is responsible for managing various aspects of intellectual property:

• Overseeing patent-related matters
• Handling copyright issues
• Managing trademark concerns
• Protecting trade secrets
• Dealing with sponsored research agreements5

Professional Engagement

Sheila Kadura actively participates in professional networking and educational events within the intellectual property community. She has been involved in:

• Networking opportunities with ChIPsters, Texas IP Alliance, and AIPLA meeting attendees3
• Speaking engagements, such as an invitation from AUTM to discuss intellectual property matters4

Her engagement in these activities demonstrates her commitment to staying current in the field and sharing her expertise with others in the intellectual property law community.