Batur Oktay

Batur Oktay provides clients with pragmatic and strategic intellectual property guidance. He anchors the firm's trademark practice in Seattle, delivering 25+ years of expertise in protecting and strengthening world-class brands.

A recognized IP leader and former board member of the International Trademark Association, Batur helps companies leverage and protect their IP portfolios. His practice spans trademark and patent management, brand protection, copyrights, licensing, M&A due diligence, and complex IP litigation.

Before joining the firm, Batur built and led commercial and IP programs at a large software corporation, a global food and beverage company, and a unicorn consumer product startup where he served as VP and general counsel. He's managed worldwide portfolios of tens of thousands of IP assets across 194 countries, driving innovation and substantial brand growth. His deep industry relationships and business understanding help clients turn complex challenges into opportunities. Drawing from corporate and law firm experience, Batur delivers the strategic IP solutions his clients need.

Secretary, Board of Directors, Deception Pass Park Foundation, 2023-present

Board of Directors, International Trademark Association, 2018-2022

President, Board of Directors, PAWS – Progressive Animal Welfare Society, 2017-2020

President, Board of Trustees, Photographic Center Northwest, 2007-2013