Agribusiness
Global Market Leaders
2 years ranked
LAWYER PROFILE
John Therien
Global 2026
Ranked in 1 practice area
About
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Global
Practice Areas
https://www.smithlaw.com/professionals/John-Therien
John Therien is an integral part of the leadership of Smith Anderson's Chambers Global-rated AgTech industry group and advises a broad range of clients in commercial transactions involving intellectual property, including domestic and international corporate partnering, patent and technology licensing, research and development collaborations, joint ventures, mergers and acquisitions, supply chain, distribution, and co-promotion arrangements, and other strategic commercial transactions. In Chambers USA clients describe John as "extremely smart, responsive and hard-working." He has extensive experience advising companies in the agricultural biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries and also frequently counsels clients in the diagnostics, medical device, software, video game, and technology sectors on transactional matters. Prior to joining Smith Anderson, John practiced at a prominent global law firm in Boston.
Career
Since 2004: Smith Anderson. 2002-2004: Ropes & Gray, LLP, Boston, MA. 2001-2002: Law Clerk to Chief Justice Margaret H. Marshall, Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court.
Professional Memberships
Admitted to Massachusetts Bar (2002) and North Carolina Bar (2005). Member of North Carolina Bar Association and Licensing Executives Society.
Personal
J.D., U.C. Berkeley School of Law (Order of the Coif). A.B., biochemical sciences, Harvard College (magna cum laude).
Chambers Review
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Chambers Global Guide
Agribusiness - Global Market Leaders
Band 2
Individual Editorial
John Therien is a partner, primarily acting on licensing and agreements in relation to agricultural technology.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
Cannot speak highly enough of John. Top-notch sophistication with the ability to truly become a member of the team.
AgribusinessChambers Global GuideJohn instills confidence in the work we do together and the legal health of our deals.
AgribusinessChambers Global GuideJohn Therien is knowledgeable, kind, easy to communicate with, rational, able to balance the business needs within legal documents and provide advice.
AgribusinessChambers Global Guide
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