Intellectual Property: Trademark, Copyright & Trade Secrets
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Provided by Jenner & Block LLP
We are among the nation’s leading practitioners in traditional copyright and entertainment litigation. Clients look to the firm to handle all manner of disputes concerning their valuable intellectual property. Whether the actions are based on copyright, contract, statutory rights, tort, accounting, or otherwise, we help content owners enforce their rights and defend against claims brought by others. We also help brand owners confront the full spectrum of trademark issues they encounter in the marketplace, including trademark and trade dress infringement, false advertising, dilution, and cybersquatting cases. Our trademark team has a particular focus on the convergence of trademark law, technology and the internet. Also at the forefront of trade secret law, our multidisciplinary team is highly experienced at securing victories for our clients, as plaintiffs and defendants, both in and out of the courtroom.
Chambers Review
Jenner & Block has a top quality litigation offering from the firm's California office, noted for copyright disputes in the music industry. Also advises leading publishers, broadcasters and other content owners on how to protect and enforce copyrights and trademarks. Additionally recognized for its strong trade secrets offering. Its West Coast location also allows a strong focus on assisting Japanese companies engaged in IP litigation in the USA.
Work Highlights
- Jenner & Block LLP represented RIAA and member companies Sony Music Entertainment, Universal Music Group and Warner Music Group, in two separate copyright infringement actions against two ISPs, Grande Communications and RCN Telecom Services for allowing customers to commit infringement using BitTorrent.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"The Jenner team has exceptionally strong subject matter expertise in complex and sophisticated issues."
"Jenner & Block's IP team provides unique skills, excellent legal perspective and excellent service."
"The Jenner team has exceptionally strong subject matter expertise in complex and sophisticated issues."
"Jenner & Block's IP team provides unique skills, excellent legal perspective and excellent service."
Notable Practitioners
Andrew Bart maintains a respected intellectual property practice in which he draws upon his deep knowledge of the music and entertainment industries to advise clients across a broad range of trademark and copyright issues, including royalty rates and infringement cases.
"Andrew is super knowledgeable in his area of expertise and is very intelligent."
"Andrew is incredibly smart, extremely strategic and is great at being able to cut through the noise and tell the most convincing story for his client."