David MCcarthy

Principal IP Sentinels

South Perth, WA

About David

David McCarthy is a distinguished patent and trade mark attorney with extensive experience spanning over two decades, particularly in the biomedical, biotechnology, and pharmaceutical industries. He embarked on his academic journey at Murdoch University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science with honours, focusing on biotechnology and biomedical science. During his studies, David engaged in pioneering research on novel compounds as potential anti-malarial agents and investigated peptides linked to multiple sclerosis. His research career progressed at the Western Australian Institute for Medical Research, now known as the Harry Perkins Institute, where he delved into cell signalling pathways associated with haematopoiesis and blood cancers. His dedication and expertise in the field were recognised through the prestigious Dora Lush Biomedical Postgraduate Research Scholarship, leading to a PhD from the University of Western Australia's Department of Medicine. His doctoral research focused on characterising a novel Lyn-associated cytoskeletal modulator protein and its implications in cell signalling. Transitioning into the patent attorney profession, David honed his skills at a national Australian firm, subsequently obtaining a Masters in Industrial Property Law from the University of Technology, Sydney. His expertise is certified as he is a registered Australian and New Zealand patent attorney, and a Fellow of the Institute of Patent and Trade Mark Attorneys of Australia. Since 2013, David has been serving as Principal at Golja Haines & Friend, where he contributes his substantial expertise in patent and trade mark matters, assisting clients in securing and defending their intellectual property rights. With a commitment to education, he has also shared his knowledge as a guest lecturer at Curtin University, focusing on intellectual property and commercialisation. David's comprehensive background and commitment to client service underscore his reputable standing within the intellectual property domain.