Judd Lauter

Judd is a seasoned copyright and trademark practitioner with extensive experience managing all aspects of federal litigation and proceedings before the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board (TTAB) at the US Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). In addition to litigation and dispute work, Judd advises clients on copyright, trademark and advertising issues, and he actively manages global trademark and copyright portfolios for startups and household names alike.

Judd has had a lifelong interest in science and technology and has followed developments in the field of artificial intelligence (AI) closely. As generative AI has begun to transform business and the law, Judd has assumed a leading role in advising clients on the legal complexities and challenges implicated by these technologies.

The World Trademark Review (WTR) 1000 recognizes Judd as one of the top lawyers in California for trademark enforcement and litigation, noting his “well thought-out and sound legal advice” and delivery of “excellent substantive support with very timely service.”

Judd is a member of the International Trademark Association, where he serves on the copyright committee. He also regularly speaks on a variety of intellectual property topics and has taught trademark law at the University of California, Berkeley.