Meng Xi is one of a very small group of patent litigators who has been on both sides of a Section 101 patentability dispute who has not lost a Section 101 motion. Recently in Vaporstream v. Snap, Xi's opposition brief to Snap's motion for summary judgment of lack of patentable subject matter convinced the judge to side with her client without oral argument.

Who is the most important mentor you've had thus far in your career? Why?

[Federal Circuit Chief Judge] Sharon Prost, who I clerked for, for too many reasons to list.

What's the best part of working in the tech sector?

The ever-changing patent landscape.

What's the biggest challenge?

Keeping abreast of the latest developments in the law.

How do you describe what you do for a living to people you're meeting for the first time?

I am a trial lawyer who specializes in patent litigation.

What's one technology that's made your life more difficult?

Now I am reachable 24/7, which means I have to be “on” 24/7.

What drew you to practicing law in the technology industry?

The opportunity to work with the best and brightest minds.

In 50 words or less, what's the best way to address tech's gender gap?

Try to be more inclusive. ChIPs is a great start.

Describe yourself in one word.

Intense.

What's one area of technology that you're most excited about (e.g., software, medical devices, autonomous vehicles) and why?

Real-world applications of blockchain technology and its convergence with artificial intelligence.