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Provided by Taft
Taft’s team of Intellectual Property attorneys focuses on providing comprehensive legal strategies to support clients’ needs and goals. Our group consists of more than 75 attorneys, half of whom are registered to practice before the USPTO. We are well positioned with the experience and connections to protect our clients’ IP needs.
In addition to patent, trademark, and copyright protection and litigation, our IP attorneys advise clients on trade secret protection, unfair competition, false advertising and the right of publicity. We have experience representing clients across industries, including financial services, software development, manufacturing, specialty chemicals, security, automotive, entertainment and health care.
Our attorneys assist clients in a range of traditional and innovative IP matters, from drafting licensing and development agreements and handling disputes, to assisting individuals and institutions from early research through commercialization.
While we regularly guide clients through all stages of litigation, including appeals, the goal is always to avoid and resolve potential disputes before they reach that point or, at the very least, to achieve a successful result as quickly and efficiently as possible.
Chambers Review
Taft advises on all aspects of IP litigation. It offers services in patent, unfair competition, trademark and copyright issues, among other areas. The firm's broad client base includes technology companies and clients in the fast-moving consumer goods sector.
Work Highlights
- Taft represented Heartland to pursue claims against Dunkin Donuts, IHOP and Applebee's restaurants in connection with the unauthorized use of Heartland's SPLENDA trademarks and trade dress at their locations.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Taft have been instrumental partners in planning our IP strategy and executing on that plan."
"Taft have been instrumental partners in planning our IP strategy and executing on that plan."
Notable Practitioners
Jonathan Polak has a premier practice in the IP litigation field, handling trade secret and trademark matters, among others. He often acts for prominent international corporations as well as high-profile individuals.
Amy Wright has an extensive global brand management practice, and often works on licensing and enforcement matters. Her clients include high-profile names in the entertainment and technology sectors.
Ryan Hiler provides expert advice on a wide variety of IP matters including patent prosecution, trademark and licensing. He also has expertise in managing global patent portfolios.