I am a trademark and brand protection attorney who provides business-focused solutions to clients in a variety of industry sectors. I am Chair of the Firm’s Trademark, Copyright, Entertainment and Advertising Practice Group. My clients range from multi-national, Fortune 500 companies with well-known brands to mid-market companies and startups. I am known for providing practical and forward-thinking guidance, which is informed by a deep understanding of my clients’ products and services, marketing strategy and business goals. My areas of focus are: - Strategic trademark and copyright counseling and related services - Global brand and portfolio management, clearance, prosecution - Licensing and a wide range of other transactions involving intellectual property - Social media, digital and other web issues - Enforcement: ex parte appeals and inter partes opposition and cancellation proceedings at the U.S. Trademark Trial & Appeal Board (TTAB) and through federal court proceedings - Unfair competition, trade dress, dilution and counterfeiting I am particularly experienced in helping clients navigate the complexities involved with bringing highly regulated products to market, including pharmaceuticals and medical devices. I partner with an international network of trusted, time-tested foreign associate firms around the globe. ✦World Trademark Review (WTR 1000) has named me as one of the top lawyers in Prosecution and Strategy (2014-2018).