Erin M. Daly, Ph.D., Esq.

Erin M. Daly, Ph.D., Esq., is an attorney with more than a decade of experience advising clients on intellectual property, business law, and transactions. With a background in organic chemistry and biotechnology, she brings a rare combination of technical depth and legal strategy to her work. Erin partners with innovators, entrepreneurs, and businesses to protect their ideas, navigate complex patent landscapes, and negotiate agreements that support growth and long-term success.

Her experience spans private practice, in-house counsel roles, and academia. She has managed global patent portfolios in biotechnology and life sciences, drafted and prosecuted U.S. and international patent applications, advised on trade secrets and non-disclosure agreements, and guided IP strategy for clinical candidates. Beyond intellectual property, Erin regularly reviews and drafts commercial contracts, licensing agreements, and inter-institutional arrangements, ensuring clients’ business and legal needs are aligned.

Erin is admitted to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, as well as the Massachusetts and Connecticut bars. She has published both scientific research and legal commentary and continues to engage with her community through pro bono work, local education initiatives, and nonprofit service.

Outside of her legal practice, Erin enjoys reading, writing, and spending time with husband and their  three children. She values building long-term relationships with her clients and is dedicated to delivering tailored, practical solutions that support their business goals.