Dara L. Onofrio, Esq.

Dara L. Onofrio brings over 35 years of intellectual property law expertise to her practice and serves as Of Counsel to Reavis Page Jump LLP. Her comprehensive experience spans patent, trademark, and copyright law, providing strategic counsel to protect and maximize her clients' IP assets. As a registered intellectual property attorney, she serves innovators from global corporations to independent creators, emphasizing long-term relationships through individualized attention to each client's unique goals and challenges.

Ms. Onofrio earned her J.D. from Cardozo School of Law at Yeshiva University and holds a B.S. in Chemistry, cum laude, from Southern Connecticut State University. Her academic pursuits include graduate studies in Molecular Biology at Cornell Medical School and special science studies at Yale University. She enhanced her international legal perspective through studies at Cambridge University in England and received a scholarship to study Art and Art History at the University of Urbino, Italy.

Scientific Background

Prior to her legal career, Ms. Onofrio conducted research at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in New York City, contributing to both the Developmental Genetics and Somatic Cell Genetics departments. This scientific foundation enhances her ability to understand and protect complex technical innovations.

Scientific Research Experience

Neuroscience Research

Southern Connecticut State University, Department of Psychobiology Led groundbreaking research on circadian rhythm neurology, conducting precise electronic lesion studies in the hypothalamus and analyzing behavioral impacts. Advanced independent research on central nervous system regeneration, with particular focus on the Karolinska Institute's pioneering work in embryonic neurological implants and developmental proteins. Studied age-related chemical changes in the central nervous system.

Scientific Research Experience

Genetic Research

Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, Department of Somatic Cell Genetics Specialized in genetic mapping of X-linked diseases, including Muscular Dystrophy and Cystic Fibrosis. Developed expertise in advanced molecular biology techniques, including phage library construction, plasmid vector transformation, and radioisotope labeling. Led actin gene cloning initiatives and conducted immunological research on tumor necrosis factor (TNF) and papillomavirus proteins.

Immunology Research

Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, Department of Developmental Genetics Investigated T-cell function in tumor development through experimental mouse studies. Mastered protein isolation and purification techniques using column chromatography and gel electrophoresis. Specialized in developing monoclonal antibodies to T-cell antigens.

Public Service

Ms. Onofrio served as Village Justice for Grand View-on-Hudson in Rockland County, New York, and was a member of the New York State Magistrates Association. Her commitment to public service includes thirteen years as a Staff Officer in the United States Coast Guard Auxiliary, initially with Flotilla 10-10 in Hackensack, NJ, before transferring to Flotilla 24-08 in Clinton, CT. She served for many years on the Yeshiva University OUTLAW Committee. She served as an elected member and Chair of the Clinton Board of Finance, and continues to serve as a member of the Clinton Design Review Board.