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Brooks, Pierce, McLendon, Humphrey & Leonard LLP

Intellectual Property

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Brooks, Pierce, McLendon, Humphrey & Leonard LLP

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About

Provided by Brooks, Pierce, McLendon, Humphrey & Leonard LLP

Brooks Pierce's reputation for first-rate IP litigation and counsel is unmatched.  Our clients have told us that they value our practicality, and that we provide "smart and sensible" trademark registration and counsel.

We handle complex, large IP litigation, including trademark, copyright, patent, trade secret and software cases.

​Representative Experience

Recently, our team: 

  • represented a tactical gear manufacturer needing to protect trade secrets against a competitor set up by a former employee;
  • represented a semiconductor chip manufacturer defending its right to compete in China; and
  • ​represented multiple start-up companies throughout the U.S. with patent registration, licensing and trademarks.

​Media and Entertainment

The firm also enjoys a top-tier media practice.  We represent media companies on a daily basis, working closely with network affiliates on branding, trademark, and transactional IP issues.  We also represents major recording artists, filmmakers and other artistic content producers in copyright, trademark, transactional, and licensing matters.

Industries (4)

  • Technology
  • Software and Computer Services
  • Retail
  • Media

Chambers Review

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Intellectual Property - North Carolina

Band 3

Band 3


What the Team is Known For

Brooks, Pierce, McLendon, Humphrey & Leonard LLP has a solid reputation in complex, large-scale IP litigation, with additional excellence in registration, licensing and clearance matters. The group has notable experience in IP issues specific to the media industry and is skilled at handling patent, trademark and copyright infringement disputes.

Work Highlights

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  • Brooks, Pierce, McLendon, Humphrey & Leonard LLP continued to serve as litigation counsel for Justh Holdings in actions to cancel its trademark registrations, oppose applications and declare rights to COSMOS marks for use with granite and other stone used in buildings and countertops.

Strengths

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  • The firm is efficient and responsive.

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  • The firm is responsive, willing to assist when needed and always provides practical, yet smart, solutions.

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  • Brooks Pierce is incredibly helpful in making complex and sophisticated matters easily understood.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1David Sar
    Band 1David Sar

    David Sar

    David Sar has significant experience in intellectual property litigation, as well as trademark and copyright registration.
    • David is wonderful to work with, he is thorough and quick to respond.

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    • David is an incredible advisor and is responsive, engaged and timely.

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    • David is a pleasure to work with. He is always responsive and provides thoughtful suggestions to resolve any legal matters.

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  • Band 3Coe Ramsey
    Band 3Coe Ramsey

    Coe Ramsey

    Coe Ramsey advises clients in the media and entertainment industry on the full range of intellectual property concerns. His capabilities include transactions and litigation.
    • Coe is a super consistent, steady attorney who has a very sharp legal mind and also the ability to understand clients.

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    • Coe is an amazing business partner.

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