Department profile
Debevoise & Plimpton LLP

Intellectual Property: Trademark, Copyright & Trade Secrets

USA Guide 2026 : New York

Share profile

Debevoise & Plimpton LLP

Rankings

Chambers Review

Provided by Chambers

Intellectual Property: Trademark, Copyright & Trade Secrets - New York

Band 1

What the Team is Known For

Debevoise & Plimpton LLP possesses deep expertise in trademarks across a range of industries, complemented by renowned work in copyrights and domain name matters. The firm is engaged by globally recognized brands and individuals to protect popular trademarks and copyrights in high-stakes litigation, as well as acting in trade dress infringement matters. The team also routinely advises on the commercialization of IP.

View ranking table

Work Highlights

Provided by Chambers

  • Debevoise & Plimpton represented MÁS+ Next Generation Beverage Co. and joint venture partner, Lionel Messi, in a lawsuit alleging claims of trade dress infringement made by Prime Hydration over the parties’ competing hydration drinks.

Strengths

Provided by Chambers

  • The team is organized, thorough and thoughtful.

    Intellectual Property: Trademark, Copyright & Trade Secrets respondentUSA

  • The firm's responsiveness, attention to detail and ability to anticipate challenges make them feel less like outside counsel and more like trusted partners.

    Intellectual Property: Trademark, Copyright & Trade Secrets respondentUSA

  • The firm combines deep technical expertise with a clear understanding of business priorities, allowing them to manage sensitive and high-stakes issues with precision and efficiency.

    Intellectual Property: Trademark, Copyright & Trade Secrets respondentUSA

  • Debevoise & Plimpton demonstrates exceptional expertise and strategic insight in protecting brands in the US.

    Intellectual Property: Trademark, Copyright & Trade Secrets respondentUSA

  • Debevoise & Plimpton is a litigation powerhouse.

    Intellectual Property: Trademark, Copyright & Trade Secrets respondentUSA

Notable Practitioners

Provided by Chambers

  • David Bernstein
    David Bernstein

    David Bernstein

    David Bernstein is an esteemed trademark lawyer with expertise across a range of complex matters, including trade dress disputes and infringement cases.

    • David has truly amazing capabilities.

      Intellectual Property: Trademark, Copyright & Trade Secrets respondentUSA

    • David has a fantastic courtroom demeanor and is in charge of a case. He is one of the lead attorneys in his field.

      Intellectual Property: Trademark, Copyright & Trade Secrets respondentUSA

    • Beyond his technical skills, David is a true partner to a business. He is proactive, reliable and fully engaged in understanding priorities and protecting a client's brand.

      Intellectual Property: Trademark, Copyright & Trade Secrets respondentUSA

    • David stands out for his remarkable expertise and in-depth knowledge of complex IP issues. His advice is always well-structured, strategic and pragmatic. He provides clear guidance in high-stakes situations.

      Intellectual Property: Trademark, Copyright & Trade Secrets respondentUSA

    • David is a true professional with expertise that is second to none. He stays calm and collected under all circumstances.

      Intellectual Property: Trademark, Copyright & Trade Secrets respondentUSA
    View profile
  • Megan Bannigan
    Megan Bannigan

    Megan Bannigan

    Megan Bannigan has a respected practice litigating trademark, copyright, trade dress and false advertising disputes. She is particularly well regarded for her representation of clients in the cosmetics, fashion and luxury goods, technology and financial services sectors, among others.

    • Megan is a great lawyer.

      Intellectual Property: Trademark, Copyright & Trade Secrets respondentUSA

    • Megan is a true professional who understands the merits of a case and ensures you are well prepared to defend and win based on the strong legal positioning she lays out.

      Intellectual Property: Trademark, Copyright & Trade Secrets respondentUSA

    • Megan is experienced, has good judgment and is hyper-responsive.

      Intellectual Property: Trademark, Copyright & Trade Secrets respondentUSA
    View profile
  • Jared Kagan
    Jared Kagan

    Jared Kagan

    Jared Kagan is increasingly recognized for his adept handling of a range of contententious and non-contentious trademark and copyright matters.

    • Jared is a super responsive and diligent hard worker who is very easy to work with.

      Intellectual Property: Trademark, Copyright & Trade Secrets respondentUSA

    • Jared's strategy and advice incorporate the big picture.

      Intellectual Property: Trademark, Copyright & Trade Secrets respondentUSA
    View profile

Ranked Individuals at Debevoise & Plimpton LLP (3)

New York

  • Profile image of David Bernstein

    David Bernstein

    Intellectual Property: Trademark, Copyright & Trade Secrets

    View profile
  • Profile image of Megan Bannigan

    Megan Bannigan

    Intellectual Property: Trademark, Copyright & Trade Secrets

    View profile
  • Profile image of Jared Kagan

    Jared Kagan

    Intellectual Property: Trademark, Copyright & Trade Secrets

    View profile

What success is built on

Chambers is the leading data and intelligence partner for the legal sector.

Explore thought leadership