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Amster, Rothstein & Ebenstein LLP
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Amster, Rothstein & Ebenstein LLP

USA 2026

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USA

Leading firm in USA 2026

Top figures

37

Lawyers

1

Offices

1953

Established Year

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Overview

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Amster, Rothstein & Ebenstein LLP is a leading New York IP boutique, founded in 1953, with deep expertise across the full IP lifecycle. The firm combines sophisticated patent prosecution, portfolio strategy, licensing, and IP litigation with technical depth in life sciences, technology, AI, electronics, and consumer products. Known for strategic, business-focused counsel, responsiveness, and practical solutions, ARE serves startups, innovators, and global companies.

Industry sectors (11)

  • AI & Software
  • Pharmaceuticals & Life Sciences
  • Chemistry & Agrochemicals
  • Retail & Fashion
  • FinTech & Financial Services
  • Universities, Academic Research Institutes & Hospitals
  • Streaming Media
  • Green Technology & Energy
  • Hospitality & Entertainment
  • Manufacturing, Consumer & Industrial Goods
  • Start-ups & Entrupenuers

Capabilities (15)

  • Patent Prosecution
  • Patent Litigation
  • Trademark Prosecution
  • Copyright Litigation
  • Counseling & Strategy
  • Licensing
  • Post Issuance Proceedings
  • Oppositions & Cancellation Proceedings
  • IP & Data Licensing Agreements
  • NDA & Confidentiality Agreements
  • Trademark Litigation
  • Business Torts
  • Research Collaboration Agreements
  • Right to Use Opinions
  • PTAB & TTAB Proceedings

Clients (9)

  • e.l.f. Cosmetics
  • Walmart
  • Steve Madden
  • Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
  • Macy's, Inc.
  • Columbia University
  • Northwell Health, Inc.
  • Olivet International, Inc.
  • Daron Worldwide Trading

Key people

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  • Richard S. Mandaro

    Managing Partner

  • Douglas Miro

    Partner

  • Anthony Lo Cicero

    Chairman

  • Gary Gershik

    Partner

  • Chester Rothstein

    Partner

  • Brian Amos, Ph.D.

    Partner

  • Ken George

    Partner

  • Charley Macedo

    Of Counsel

Work & experience

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ARE provides strategic, business-focused IP counsel across patent prosecution, portfolio management, licensing, enforcement, and complex litigation. Recent standout work includes high-stakes IP disputes for leading consumer and retail brands, sophisticated PTAB matters, and counseling on AI and emerging technologies. The firm combines deep technical expertise with practical strategies that protect and maximize clients’ IP assets.

Ranked Offices at Amster, Rothstein & Ebenstein LLP

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USA - Head office

New York

405 Lexington Avenue 48th Floor, New York, New York, USA, NY 10174, New York

Ranked Departments at Amster, Rothstein & Ebenstein LLP (1)

New York

Ranked Individuals at Amster, Rothstein & Ebenstein LLP (2)

Unknown

Top figures

37

Lawyers

1

Offices

1953

Established Year

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