Jon Cavicchi

Jon Cavicchi is a distinguished Professor of Legal Skills and Intellectual Property Librarian at the Franklin Pierce School of Law, part of the University of New Hampshire. With a robust career dedicated to the advancement of intellectual property education, Cavicchi plays a pivotal role in administering the intellectual property information resources at the university's renowned Intellectual Property Library. His expertise is reflected in the courses he teaches, including Mining Patent Information and Legal Research and Information Literacy: Patent Law, which are integral to the curriculum. In addition to his teaching responsibilities, Cavicchi serves as the faculty advisor for the IDEA - Law Review of the Franklin Pierce Center for Intellectual Property. His leadership extends to coordinating the Visiting Scholars Program, fostering a vibrant academic exchange, and representing the university as the USPTO Patent Trademark Resource Center representative. His role as the copyrights permission officer for UNH Law academic journals underscores his commitment to the ethical dissemination of knowledge. Cavicchi's contributions to legal education are further highlighted by his co-architecting of the UNH Law Information Literacy Plan, a pioneering initiative that stands as the only faculty-adopted plan of its kind at any law school in the United States. His involvement with the Advisory Board of QUESTEL/ORBIT, a leading information producer for patent professionals, reflects his standing in the field of intellectual property. Academically, Cavicchi is well-credentialed, holding a Ph.D. in Information Science/Studies, a J.D. from Franklin Pierce Law Center, an LL.M. in Intellectual Property, and a B.A. in International/Global Studies. His diverse educational background informs his research interests, which span applied research, information literacy, patents, copyrights, trademarks, and teacher effectiveness. Cavicchi's work not only enriches the academic community at the University of New Hampshire but also contributes significantly to the broader discourse on intellectual property law and education. His dedication to fostering a comprehensive understanding of intellectual property rights and information literacy among students and professionals alike is a testament to his commitment to the field.