Regina Sam Penti Bio

Regina Sam Penti is a partner and co-lead of Ropes & Gray’s artificial intelligence (AI) industry group. With an engineering foundation from MIT, Regina combines technical proficiency and legal acumen to empower life sciences and technology companies with strategic guidance on all aspects of deploying AI solutions—from licensing to implementation and governance. She also counsels clients—including Fortune 500 and emerging growth companies—on complex M&A, strategic collaborations, and the development, licensing, and commercialization of critical IP, data and technology assets. Regina’s practice spans emerging technologies, including AI, digital health, platform technologies, fintech, semiconductors, robotics, biotech, and software. As a registered patent attorney, she is highly skilled in patent portfolio strategy, freedom-to-operate analyses, and patent disputes. Regina is a recognized thought leader in her field, frequently speaking at major industry conferences and universities and contributing to leading publications. She serves on the American Bar Association Task Force on AI and has held advisory roles with Law360. As co-founder and co-chair of the International IP Summit, she convenes global leaders to address issues in emerging technology law. An advocate for diversity, Regina has co-chaired Ropes & Gray’s global Diversity Committee. She has been recognized by Legal 500, The American Lawyer, and Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly for her excellence and leadership.