February 20, 2025

Harness IP Expands Team with Patent Attorney Caley Bennett and Patent Agent Kanako Onishi

We are pleased to announce that Caley Bennett and Kanako Onishi have joined the Harness IP team. With their extensive knowledge and passion for intellectual property law, each brings unique strengths to our firm, further enhancing our commitment to providing exceptional service to our clients.

Caley Bennett – Patent Attorney

Caley brings a wealth of experience in patent prosecution, particularly in biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, and chemical processes. Her life sciences background, paired with her research skills, makes her an invaluable asset in developing IP strategies for clients involved in cutting-edge scientific research. She excels in managing patent applications, office actions, and legal research, and her focus on space exploration further fuels her curiosity and expertise in this field.

Kanako Onishi – Patent Agent

Kanako Onishi joins Harness IP as a patent agent, contributing to patent prosecution and serving as a liaison with our Japanese clients. A native of Japan with over 10 years of experience practicing patent law there, Kanako is uniquely equipped to bridge the cultural and legal gaps between the U.S. and Japan. Her approach to patent prosecution and her understanding of the differences in IP protection between the two countries allow her to deliver tailored strategies for clients in manufacturing, mechanical, and energy production industries.

Please join us in welcoming Caley and Kanako to the firm!