Intellectual Property: Trademark, Copyright & Trade Secrets
USA Guide 2024 : District of Columbia
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202 344 4000About
Provided by Venable LLP
Venable’s DC-based Intellectual Property practice includes the full range of IP services including patent and trademark counseling, prosecution, and portfolio management; copyright enforcement; transactions and due diligence; and litigation.
We consistently rank among the top 20 law firms for trademark applications filed in the United States. Our world-class team manages more than 45,000 trademark applications/registrations, including full domestic and international portfolios for leading companies and individuals.
Led by former patent examiners and reinforced by attorney-scientists from a variety of technical disciplines, Venable patent attorneys have prepared and prosecuted tens of thousands of patents for U.S. and international clients. We have also successfully represented patent holders and defended accused infringers in federal courts, arbitration and mediation across the country, and before the International Trade Commission (ITC).
Chambers Review
Venable LLP has a well-regarded practice group noted for its provision of comprehensive advice on patent prosecution and copyright and trademark litigation and counseling. The team is adept at strategizing and managing patent portfolios, as well as advising on the full spectrum of diligence matters relating to M&A. Clients include recognizable brands in a variety of industries, including electronics, publishing, pharmaceuticals and defense.
Work Highlights
- Venable LLP continued to serve Canon as primary outside counsel for US patent prosecution.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"The Venable team provides an excellent standard of service and responsiveness."
"The attorneys at Venable are creative and willing to go the extra mile. They have tenacity and are able to handle complex matters efficiently."
"The Venable team provides an excellent standard of service and responsiveness."
"The attorneys at Venable are creative and willing to go the extra mile. They have tenacity and are able to handle complex matters efficiently."
Notable Practitioners
Andrew Price frequently acts for clients to maintain and develop global trademark portfolios.
"Andrew Price is an outstanding US trademark attorney. His hands-on and detailed approach is welcome, particularly for the complex matters."
"Andrew is the consummate professional. He is always responsive and communicative and guides us with a deep level of expertise. He is a vital partner."
Linda Zirkelbach frequently acts for a notable client base of media and entertainment industry clients in relation to a range of copyright issues.
"Linda is an outstanding practitioner who is incredibly responsive."
"Linda is incredibly proactive in reaching out, staying on top of matters and informing us of every development of the cases."
"She is fantastic in terms of strategy and knowledge of the law. She has great and constructive advice."
Michele Frank provides strategic advice and patent prosecution counseling to clients from a range of industries, with particular expertise in advising technology sector clients.
Rebecca Liebowitz is cochair of the firm's trademark prosecution and counseling group and provides counsel on global portfolios and enforcement efforts.
"Rebecca is always on top of everything. She regularly searches to see if there's a challenge we need to make and she doesn't push me to spend on things we don't need to."
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