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Intellectual Property: Trademark, Copyright & Trade Secrets | USA

New York

Intellectual Property covers disputes related to patent, copyright and trademark infringement. Litigation concerning trade secrets also features. We also feature related issues such as licensing and IP commercialization (US patent prosecution).

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Band 1
  1. Debevoise & Plimpton LLP
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    Debevoise & Plimpton LLP
    Intellectual Property: Trademark, Copyright & Trade Secrets
    2023 | Band 1 | 6 Years Ranked
    Possesses deep expertise in trademarks across a range of industries, complemented by renowned work in copyrights and domain name matters. Engaged by globally recognized brands and individuals to protect popular trademarks and copyrights in high-stakes litigation, as well as acting in trade dress infringement matters. Also routinely advises on the commercializing of IP.
  2. Fross Zelnick Lehrman & Zissu PC
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    Fross Zelnick Lehrman & Zissu PC
    Intellectual Property: Trademark, Copyright & Trade Secrets
    2023 | Band 1 | 6 Years Ranked
    Stalwart IP boutique excelling in a number of areas including anti-counterfeiting, trademarks and copyrights. Also retains particularly notable strength in the protection of design rights, with a recognized capacity to prosecute, maintain and enforce its clients' IP rights. Experienced in online issues including domain name disputes.
  3. Kirkland & Ellis LLP
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    Kirkland & Ellis LLP
    Intellectual Property: Trademark, Copyright & Trade Secrets
    2023 | Band 1 | 6 Years Ranked
    Outstanding patent team recognized for its representation of prominent life sciences and electronics clients in high-profile patent litigation. Also possesses a leading IPR and PTAB practice. Maintains an excellent non-patent group, with substantial expertise in areas including trade dress, trademarks and false advertising matters. Additionally offers experience handling copyright infringement matters in the media and entertainment sectors.
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Band 2
  1. Davis Wright Tremaine LLP
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    Davis Wright Tremaine LLP
    Intellectual Property: Trademark, Copyright & Trade Secrets
    2023 | Band 2 | 6 Years Ranked
    Expertly handles the full range of trademark, copyright and false advertising matters. Possesses substantial experience working with high-profile clients in television, film, publishing and other media on litigation, enforcement actions and strategic counseling. Anticounterfeiting continues to be an area of significant focus. Also offers notable expertise in advising on brand management issues.
  2. Kilpatrick Townsend & Stockton LLP
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    Kilpatrick Townsend & Stockton LLP
    Intellectual Property: Trademark, Copyright & Trade Secrets
    2023 | Band 2 | 6 Years Ranked
    Full-service practice group with notable experience in protecting and enforcing copyright, trademarks and trade dress rights. Clients include global brands and technology companies. Expertise acting on proceedings in a range of venues, including the TTAB and Federal Courts, as well as before international trademark offices.
  3. Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP
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    Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP
    Intellectual Property: Trademark, Copyright & Trade Secrets
    2023 | Band 2 | 6 Years Ranked
    Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP represented Samsung Electronics and Samsung Electronics America in a trademark infringement action against Swatch Group, alleging that about 30 of the digital watch face apps available for download through the Samsung Galaxy Store infringed certain marks of the Swatch Group.
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Band 3
  1. Baker McKenzie
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    Baker McKenzie
    Intellectual Property: Trademark, Copyright & Trade Secrets
    2023 | Band 3 | 6 Years Ranked
    Provides a comprehensive copyright and trademark service with a particular focus on strategy counseling, prosecution work and enforcement actions. Also offers advice on licensing and franchising disputes as well as providing due diligence support on commercial transactions and protecting against online infringements. Well versed in handling right to publicity and advertising matters. Significant international presence allows the team to offer comprehensive cross-border support.
  2. Cowan, Liebowitz & Latman
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    Cowan, Liebowitz & Latman
    Intellectual Property: Trademark, Copyright & Trade Secrets
    2023 | Band 3 | 6 Years Ranked
    Highly respected boutique particularly proficient in handling copyright and trademark litigation, but also known for its high-quality advice on portfolio management. Exhibits expert knowledge of the publishing industry, and frequently handles IP matters relating to advertising.
  3. Dorsey & Whitney LLP
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    Dorsey & Whitney LLP
    Intellectual Property: Trademark, Copyright & Trade Secrets
    2023 | Band 3 | 6 Years Ranked
    Diverse practice representing a number of global brands in copyright, trademarks and transactional matters. Provides adept counsel on litigation and portfolio management issues. Well versed in handling domain name registration issues and cybersquatting concerns. Also maintains expertise in false advertising, trade dress and unfair competition matters, among other areas.
  4. Jenner & Block LLP
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    Jenner & Block LLP
    Intellectual Property: Trademark, Copyright & Trade Secrets
    2023 | Band 3 | 6 Years Ranked
    Stands out for its track record in copyright law. Also adept at handling trademark matters with commercial implications. Possesses substantial experience working with household names in media and entertainment, particularly the music industry, and is routinely retained to counsel on matters with industry-wide implications.
  5. Patterson Belknap Webb & Tyler LLP
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    Patterson Belknap Webb & Tyler LLP
    Intellectual Property: Trademark, Copyright & Trade Secrets
    2023 | Band 3 | 6 Years Ranked
    Draws acclaim for its strong offering across the patent, trademark and copyright spaces. Possesses strength and depth in a number of areas including pharmaceuticals and biosimilars, boasting an impressive client roster of market-leading clients.
  6. Frankfurt Kurnit Klein & Selz
    Intellectual Property: Trademark, Copyright & Trade Secrets
    2023 | Band 3
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Band 4
  1. ArentFox Schiff LLP
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    ArentFox Schiff LLP
    Intellectual Property: Trademark, Copyright & Trade Secrets
    2023 | Band 4 | 3 Years Ranked
    Respected group with impressive depth of experience in copyright litigation, anticounterfeiting, brand enforcement and trademark issues. Regularly called upon by leading fashion, retail and media clients for sophisticated counsel. Additionally, offers expertise in patent prosecution and global portfolio management.
  2. Arnold & Porter
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    Arnold & Porter
    Intellectual Property: Trademark, Copyright & Trade Secrets
    2023 | Band 4 | 3 Years Ranked
    Well-regarded IP litigation practice that attracts high-profile clients in the life sciences and technology spaces. Enjoys a fine reputation for its work in USPTO proceedings as well as district and federal court litigation. Frequently engaged for its Hatch-Waxman expertise.
  3. BakerHostetler LLP
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    BakerHostetler LLP
    Intellectual Property: Trademark, Copyright & Trade Secrets
    2023 | Band 4 | 6 Years Ranked
    Comes recommended for its substantial knowledge in the trademarks and copyrights sphere. Routinely sought after for its capabilities counseling on portfolio matters, handling enforcement issues and trial work. Also skilled in advising on digital and emerging platform concerns. Offers expertise acting for clients from a range of industries, including technology, media and consumer goods.
  4. Davis+Gilbert LLP
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    Davis+Gilbert LLP
    Intellectual Property: Trademark, Copyright & Trade Secrets
    2023 | Band 4 | 6 Years Ranked
    Expertly handles the full range of trademark, copyright and false advertising matters, drawing upon established strength in marketing and communications matters. Well versed in handling transactional trademark proceedings and advising on brand protection matters. Possesses substantial experience working with high-profile entertainment sector clients on litigation, enforcement actions and strategic counseling.
  5. Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP
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    Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP
    Intellectual Property: Trademark, Copyright & Trade Secrets
    2023 | Band 4 | 2 Years Ranked
    Heavily involved in the consumer electronics sector, litigating disputes before the USPTO and district courts and at the federal level on appeal. Particularly highly regarded for experience acting against non-practicing entities. Additional expertise in the representation of a range of clients in trademark and copyright matters.
  6. Cowan DeBaets Abrahams & Sheppard LLP
    Intellectual Property: Trademark, Copyright & Trade Secrets
    2023 | Band 4
  7. Pryor Cashman LLP
    Intellectual Property: Trademark, Copyright & Trade Secrets
    2023 | Band 4