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About
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Our firm grew up with the advertising industry, from its earliest beginnings through every stage of its growth. We have been a key participant in the evolution of advertising and marketing law and the proliferation of related industries that now form the vast marketing ecosystem. From ad agencies to major brands, from content creators to digital platforms, our clients depend on us to help achieve their business goals, protect their rights and minimize their risks.
Practical Guidance
We are devoted to the daily legal needs of businesses that create or use sophisticated advertising and marketing practices. We represent agencies of all types, brands in all product categories, and every sort of data-driven service and platform. Many of our clients are in emerging categories, where the legal framework is not yet clearly defined and actionable guidance may not be available. We advise them on best practices we've identified that have achieved widespread acceptance in the field. Our business-forward solutions become integral components of our clients’ business processes.
On Top of the Issues
As clients confront the changes in marketing and advertising, we help them resolve the issues that affect their ability to compete. From targeting to data analytics to new technologies, we respond to challenges and turn them into advantages. We help protect their brands, products and services from all manner of threats, using advertising law as a potent tool in defense of market share.
Industries (16)
- Automobiles & Parts
- Charities / Not for Profit
- Commercial & Professional Services
- Consumer Product Manufacturing
- Education
- Food & Drink Producers
- Health Care
- Media
- Pharmaceuticals & Life Sciences
- Retail
- Software & Computer Services
- Sports
- Technology, Hardware & Electronics
- Telecommunications
- Transportation
- Travel & Leisure
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Strengths
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The firm has a deep bench of attorneys with extensive industry experience. The team is responsive and always provides thoughtful comments and explanations.
Advertising: NAD Proceedings respondentUSAThe firm is fluent in the advertising ecosystem and has its thumb on emerging issues.
Advertising: NAD Proceedings respondentUSAI have confidence that the firm has the necessary experience and expertise to advise us on any area of advertising law.
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Notable Practitioners
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Band 1 
Band 1 
Ronald Urbach
Ronald Urbach advises on the full range of issues arising out of advertising campaigns, including representing clients before regulatory agencies. Ronald Urbach's name is synonymous with expertise. There is nothing that he hasn't seen before.
Advertising: NAD Proceedings respondentUSARonald Urbach is a highly skilled lawyer. He brings a practical approach and understanding of risk.
Advertising: NAD Proceedings respondentUSARonald Urbach is one of the best in the business.
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Band 3 
Band 3 
Allison Fitzpatrick
Allison Fitzpatrick offers expertise in a variety of advertising issues, with a particular focus on social media and influencer marketing. She is also well known in the market for her work on children's advertising. Allison always has practical solutions. She ensures that we are compliant with the law and meet the needs of the business.
Advertising: NAD Proceedings respondentUSAAllison is a superb lawyer and a pleasure to work with. She is super responsive and creative in her advice and counsel.
Advertising: NAD Proceedings respondentUSAAllison stands out for her ability to manage a wide range of workstreams with clarity and efficiency. She is exceptionally responsive, highly organized and effective at keeping complex matters moving.
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Band 3 
Band 3 
Howard Weingrad
Howard Weingrad represents advertising agencies and brands on talent agreements and union matters. He is also noted for his knowledge of music licensing. Howard has breadth of knowledge in combination with candor and relatability.
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Up and Coming 
Up and Coming 
Samantha Rothaus
Samantha has been cranking out a lot of work lately, she's been out there and is smart and really good. Advertising: NAD Proceedings respondentUSAI've enjoyed working with Samantha. She's responsive, thorough, and very knowledgeable. Advertising: NAD Proceedings respondentUSASam is one of the best transactional advertising attorneys around. She understands our business, which is incredibly helpful because it means not having to explain the basics. And she understands the issues right away. I could not ask for a better outside counsel partner! Advertising: NAD Proceedings respondentUSAShe is my go to contact at the firm. She's highly responsive and deeply knowledgeable. Advertising: NAD Proceedings respondentUSA
Associates to watch 
Associates to watch 
Alexa Meera Singh
Alexa Meera Singh is an associate in the firm's advertising and marketing department, known for her skillful guidance of clients through regulatory compliance matters. She has notable experience with cases brought before the NAD and the FTC.
Alexa knows so much about advertising. She's so well connected and great to have in your corner.
Advertising: NAD Proceedings respondentUSAAlexa is a pleasure to work with. She is very thoughtful, responsive and thorough.
Advertising: NAD Proceedings respondentUSAWhat distinguishes Alexa is her ability to translate complex regulatory requirements into practical advice that can be operationalized, while still clearly articulating risk trade-offs.
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