Jean Edwards

Jean Edwards is an Adjunct Professor at Cumberland University's Labry School of Science, Technology, and Business, teaching intellectual property (patents, trademarks, copyright) and business law. She holds a JD from the University of Miami Law School (Honors), a Master’s in History of Science Technology and Medicine (Dean’s List) from Harvard University, and multiple undergraduate degrees including B.S. in Mechanical Engineering (University of Miami) and B.S. in Physics & B.A. in French (Emporia State University).

• Education Highlights:
• B.A., French (Honors), Emporia State University
• B.S., Physics, Emporia State University
• B.S., Mechanical Engineering, University of Miami
• J.D., University of Miami Law School (Honors)
• A.L.M., History of Science Technology and Medicine, Harvard University

Her professional expertise spans 30+ years in intellectual property law, including roles as Managing Member of an IP boutique law firm and leadership positions at major firms like Dickinson Wright and Akerman Senterfitt. She has also worked as a mechanical engineer, project manager, and manufacturing manager in the private sector, followed by federal government experience in intelligence.

Jean is licensed to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office and holds bar memberships in TN, VA, DC, MD, and FL. She recently completed a Certificate in International Security from Harvard.