Laura Evans, MA, JD
Assistant Clinical Professor
Laura Evans is an Assistant Professor both at the School of Allied Health Professions and the School of Public Health. In the Bachelor of Healthcare Administration Program, she teaches a number of courses and also works on a variety of administrative matters. In the master’s program, she teaches and assists with accreditation and curriculum development.
Prior to serving as faculty, Laura worked full-time as an attorney. Her legal practice focused on Intellectual Property litigation where she represented clients in a variety of fields including medical device manufacturers, pharmaceutical companies, and many hardware and software IT companies. She also has experience with licensing and transactions. Prior to her legal career, Laura worked in the fields of education and non-profit advocacy. Laura's work experiences have provided her with expertise in communications, negotiation, strategy, marketing, and data analysis.
Laura speaks English and Spanish and has traveled extensively.
Education
- J.D., Berkeley School of Law
- M.A., International Development Studies, The George Washington University
- B.A., Chemistry, Walla Walla University
Honors
- Honored with the Wiley W. Manuel Certificate for Pro Bono Legal Services by the State Bar of California, 2013
- Named to the 2013 and 2014 "Rising Stars" lists in intellectual property litigation published by Super Lawyers magazine
Selected Presentations and Publications
- Presented "Becoming a Better Leader Through Time Management & Organization," at 2022 California Health Information Association Conference
- Co-author with A. Greene, "Why Diversity Is Essential in an Economic Downturn," Diversity Journal, 2012
- "Monitoring Technology in the American Workplace: Would Adopting English Privacy Standards Better Balance Employee Privacy and Productivity?" 95 California Law Review 1115, 2007
- "Limiting Virtual Representation in Headwaters Inc. v. United States Forest Service: Lost (Opportunity) in the Oregon Woods?" 33 Ecology Law Quarterly 725, 2006