Murgitroyd has expanded its IP strategy and patent searching capabilities with the addition of industry heavy-hitters Michael Chernoff and John Wootress and a 16-strong patent engineer team to its staff. Mr. Chernoff was previously the Chief Intellectual Property Officer of MDB Capital Group, LLC and joins Murgitroyd as Director, IP Strategy and Portfolio Management. Mr. Wootress was previously the Director of Intellectual Property at MDB Capital Group, LLC, and joins Murgitroyd as Director, IP Research and Analysis. He brings over 16 years of experience in the IP field to his role at Murgitroyd.