About

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We know how to build strong protection for your IP assets.

At Maschoff Brennan we ensure that your innovations are protected.  As ideas expand from an initial concept to a market-leading product, we create unique legal strategies that parallel distinct business goals to provide you with the strongest possible protection for your valuable intellectual property assets.  We advise on all matters pertaining to patents, trademarks, trade secrets, and copyrights, as well as deliver economical solutions for brand and portfolio development and protection.  We are skilled in negotiating licensing transactions, conducting diligence, and leveraging and enforcing IP rights around the world.  

Intellectual Property Litigation is what we do.  Every day.

Maschoff Brennan  attorneys regularly take on the largest and most expensive law firms in the nation, and win - at a much lower cost to our clients.  We represent clients at all stages and on all sides of intellectual property related disputes.  Whether you are enforcing your patents against the largest of companies, fighting unfair trade practices, enforcing a non-compete clause, or defending against patent trolls, our attorneys will effectively and efficiently represent you.  Our guiding principal in litigation is to keep it simple and efficient.  The legal principals may be complex, but to succeed, trial themes need to be clear and persuasive.  Our attorneys keep litigation costs down while, at the same time, achieving success.

Chambers Review

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Intellectual Property - Utah
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Band 1
What the team is known for

Maschoff Brennan is a preeminent IP boutique with a strong pool of nationally significant clients. Active in both prosecution and enforcement work, and particularly known for its litigation strength, with notable expertise in information technology. Regularly represents clients in a range of patent and copyright infringement litigation. Well placed to handle cases in the appellate stages.

Work Highlights

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  • Maschoff Brennan represented ESC-Toy in litigation over contractual rights against Sony Interactive Entertainment.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Eric L Maschoff
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Eric L Maschoff
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Band 1

Eric Maschoff acts for an impressive technology client base on a range of patent and trademark matters, including preparation and prosecution. He is also recognized for his licensing capabilities.

"Eric is incredibly knowledgeable and thoughtful in working with us on creative and practical solutions."

Richard Gilmore
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Richard Gilmore
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Band 2

Richard Gilmore handles the preparation and prosecution of trademarks and patents for a wide-ranging client base, and regularly counsels on global strategies.

"Rick Gilmore is one of the brightest patent prosecution lawyers I know."

"He does a great job of really getting to know his clients."

C.J. Veverka
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C.J. Veverka
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Band 3

C.J. Veverka is well regarded for his expertise in IP litigation mandates. His recent activity includes high-profile copyright and patent infringement litigation.

Kirk Harris
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Kirk Harris
Head of Intellectual Property
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Band 3

Kirk Harris has a strong IP litigation practice with expertise in handling trade secret, patent and copyright cases. He also advises on IP protection.

"Kirk brings an energy and experience that allows efficient and effective working processes and solutions for the business."

"Kirk always keeps our end goals in mind when providing legal advice."

R Burns Israelsen
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R Burns Israelsen
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Band 4

R Burns Israelsen manages an international practice handling the IP portfolios of an influential client base. His work includes patent prosecution and strategy.

Ranked Lawyers at
Maschoff Brennan

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Utah

Intellectual Property

Eric L Maschoff
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Eric L Maschoff
1
Band 1
Richard Gilmore
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Richard Gilmore
2
Band 2
C.J. Veverka
3
C.J. Veverka
3
Band 3
Kirk Harris
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Kirk Harris
Head of Intellectual Property
3
Band 3
R Burns Israelsen
4
R Burns Israelsen
4
Band 4

Members

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Andrew D Lee

Anthony Zhang

Brian Parke

Carol Hanna

Charles Barquist

Chris D Wade

Cristina Le Trinh

David J Williams

Erynn L Embree

Jonathan M Benns

Kevin Huser

Kirk Harris

Kirk Harris

Head of Department

Kristian Blomquist

L Rex Sears

Lance Jensen

Mark Ford

Mikhael Mikhalev

Paul Johnson

Quincy J Chuck

R Burns Israelsen

R Parrish Freeman

Rachel Jacques

Sterling Brennan

Thomas P Krzeminski

Industries

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Biotechnology

Chemistry

Computer Science

E-Commerce

Energy

Financial Services

Health Care

Life Sciences

Material Sciences

Mechanical Engineering

Medical Devices

Outdoor & Sporting Goods

Pharmaceutics

Technology