Ranking tables
Intellectual Property: Trademark, Copyright & Trade Secrets | USA
New York
Rankings overview for Departments
ArentFox Schiff LLP 6 Years Ranked
Arnold & Porter 6 Years Ranked
Baker McKenzie 9 Years Ranked
Davis Wright Tremaine LLP 9 Years Ranked
Davis+Gilbert LLP 9 Years Ranked
Dorsey & Whitney LLP 9 Years Ranked
Latham & Watkins LLP 3 Years Ranked
Patterson Belknap Webb & Tyler LLP 9 Years Ranked
Pryor Cashman LLP 6 Years Ranked- Cowan DeBaets Abrahams & Sheppard LLP
BakerHostetler LLP 9 Years Ranked
Dentons 3 Years Ranked
Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP 1 Years Ranked
Kelley Drye & Warren LLP 3 Years Ranked
Mayer Brown LLP 3 Years Ranked
Mitchell Silberberg & Knupp LLP 3 Years Ranked
Proskauer Rose LLP 3 Years Ranked
Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates 1 Years Ranked- Fish & Richardson PC
- Phillips Nizer LLP
All Departments profiles
Band 1

1 Debevoise & Plimpton LLPIntellectual Property: Trademark, Copyright & Trade Secrets2026 | Band 1 | 9 Years RankedDebevoise & Plimpton LLP possesses deep expertise in trademarks across a range of industries, complemented by renowned work in copyrights and domain name matters. The firm is 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. The team also routinely advises on the commercialization of IP.

1 Fross Zelnick Lehrman & Zissu PCIntellectual Property: Trademark, Copyright & Trade Secrets2026 | Band 1 | 9 Years RankedFross Zelnick Lehrman & Zissu is a stalwart IP boutique excelling in a number of areas, including anti-counterfeiting, trademarks and copyrights. The firm also retains particularly notable strength in the protection of design rights, with a recognized capacity to prosecute, maintain and enforce its clients' IP rights. The team is experienced in online issues, including domain name disputes.

1 Kirkland & Ellis LLPIntellectual Property: Trademark, Copyright & Trade Secrets2026 | Band 1 | 9 Years RankedKirkland & Ellis has an outstanding patent team recognized for its representation of prominent life sciences and electronics clients in high-profile patent litigation. The firm also possesses a leading IPR and PTAB practice and maintains an excellent non-patent group, with substantial expertise in areas including trade dress, trademarks and false advertising matters. The team additionally offers experience in handling copyright infringement matters in the media and entertainment sectors.
Band 2

2 Cowan, Liebowitz & LatmanIntellectual Property: Trademark, Copyright & Trade Secrets2026 | Band 2 | 9 Years RankedCowan, Liebowitz & Latman is a highly respected boutique particularly proficient in handling copyright and trademark litigation, but also known for its high-quality advice on portfolio management. The firm exhibits expert knowledge of the publishing industry, and frequently handles IP matters relating to advertising.

2 Frankfurt Kurnit Klein & SelzIntellectual Property: Trademark, Copyright & Trade Secrets2026 | Band 2 | 9 Years RankedFrankfurt Kurnit Klein & Selz is a well-regarded firm specializing in trademark and copyright, with wide-ranging experience representing clients in the fashion, entertainment and media spaces. The team is regularly engaged to advise high-profile clients on brand management and IP issues relating to commercial transactions and litigation. The group displays additional expertise in advising game developers and distributors on trademark and copyright issues.

2 Jenner & Block LLPIntellectual Property: Trademark, Copyright & Trade Secrets2026 | Band 2 | 9 Years RankedJenner & Block LLP stands out for its track record in copyright law. The firm is also adept at handling trademark matters with commercial implications. The team possesses substantial experience working with household names in media and entertainment, particularly in the music industry, and is routinely retained to counsel on matters with industry-wide implications.

2 Kilpatrick Townsend & Stockton LLPIntellectual Property: Trademark, Copyright & Trade Secrets2026 | Band 2 | 9 Years RankedKilpatrick Townsend & Stockton is a full-service practice group with notable experience in protecting and enforcing copyright, trademarks and trade dress rights. Clients include global brands and technology companies. The firm has expertise acting on proceedings in a range of venues, including the TTAB and federal courts, as well as before international trademark offices.

2 Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLPIntellectual Property: Trademark, Copyright & Trade Secrets2026 | Band 2 | 9 Years RankedWeil, Gotshal & Manges LLP has skilled trial lawyers specializing in copyright and trademark disputes. The firm is frequently retained by globally recognized names in publishing, music and entertainment and acts on cutting-edge digital trademark and counterfeiting cases.
Band 3

3 ArentFox Schiff LLPIntellectual Property: Trademark, Copyright & Trade Secrets2026 | Band 3 | 6 Years RankedArentFox Schiff LLP is a respected firm with impressive depth of experience in copyright litigation, anticounterfeiting, brand enforcement and trademark issues. The firm is regularly called upon by leading fashion, retail and media clients for sophisticated counsel. Additionally, they offer expertise in patent prosecution and global portfolio management.

3 Arnold & PorterIntellectual Property: Trademark, Copyright & Trade Secrets2026 | Band 3 | 6 Years RankedArnold & Porter has a well-regarded IP litigation practice that attracts high-profile clients in the life sciences and technology spaces. The firm enjoys a fine reputation for its work in USPTO proceedings as well as district and federal court litigation. They are frequently engaged for their Hatch-Waxman expertise.

3 Baker McKenzieIntellectual Property: Trademark, Copyright & Trade Secrets2026 | Band 3 | 9 Years RankedBaker McKenzie provides a comprehensive copyright and trademark service with a particular focus on strategic counseling, prosecution work and enforcement actions.The firm also offers advice on licensing and franchising disputes, as well as providing due diligence support in commercial transactions and protecting against online infringements. The team is well versed in handling right-to-publicity and advertising matters. Their significant international presence allows them to offer comprehensive cross-border support.

3 Davis Wright Tremaine LLPIntellectual Property: Trademark, Copyright & Trade Secrets2026 | Band 3 | 9 Years RankedDavis Wright Tremaine LLP expertly handles the full range of trademark, copyright and false advertising matters. The firm 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. The team also offers notable expertise in advising on brand management issues.

3 Davis+Gilbert LLPIntellectual Property: Trademark, Copyright & Trade Secrets2026 | Band 3 | 9 Years RankedDavis+Gilbert LLP expertly handles the full range of trademark, copyright and false advertising matters, drawing upon established strength in marketing and communications matters. The firm is well versed in handling transactional trademark proceedings and advising on brand protection matters. The team possesses substantial experience working with high-profile entertainment sector clients on litigation, enforcement actions and strategic counseling.

3 Dorsey & Whitney LLPIntellectual Property: Trademark, Copyright & Trade Secrets2026 | Band 3 | 9 Years RankedDorsey & Whitney LLP is a diverse practice representing a number of global brands in copyright, trademarks and transactional matters. The firm provides adept counsel on litigation and portfolio management issues. The team, is well versed in handling domain name registration issues and cybersquatting concerns, and also maintains expertise in false advertising, trade dress and unfair competition matters, among other areas.

3 Latham & Watkins LLPIntellectual Property: Trademark, Copyright & Trade Secrets2026 | Band 3 | 3 Years RankedLatham & Watkins is a well-regarded IP practice that acts for clients in a range of patent disputes at trial level and on appeal. The firm is particularly respected for representing a host of notable pharmaceutical manufacturers in Hatch-Waxman and biologics matters. Additional recent matters have seen the team acting on disputes in the telecommunications, automotive and consumer products sectors.

3 Patterson Belknap Webb & Tyler LLPIntellectual Property: Trademark, Copyright & Trade Secrets2026 | Band 3 | 9 Years RankedPatterson Belknap Webb & Tyler draws acclaim for its strong offering across the patent, trademark and copyright spaces. The firm possesses strength and depth in a number of areas, including pharmaceuticals and biosimilars, boasting an impressive client roster of market-leading clients.

3 Pryor Cashman LLPIntellectual Property: Trademark, Copyright & Trade Secrets2026 | Band 3 | 6 Years RankedPryor Cashman LLP offers significant expertise in trademark and copyright registration, management, licensing and enforcement. Clients include celebrity individuals, high-profile media and entertainment companies and consumer goods giants.
- Cowan DeBaets Abrahams & Sheppard LLPIntellectual Property: Trademark, Copyright & Trade Secrets2026 | Band 3
Band 4

4 BakerHostetler LLPIntellectual Property: Trademark, Copyright & Trade Secrets2026 | Band 4 | 9 Years RankedBakerHostetler LLP comes recommended for its substantial knowledge of trademarks and copyrights. The firm is routinely sought after for its capabilities in counseling on portfolio matters and handling enforcement issues and trial work. The team is also skilled in advising on digital and emerging platform concerns. and offers expertise to clients from a range of industries including technology, media and consumer goods.

4 DentonsIntellectual Property: Trademark, Copyright & Trade Secrets2026 | Band 4 | 3 Years RankedDentons is a well-known firm that assists clients on a wide range of contentious and non-contentious IP matters. The group offers notable expertise in portfolio management and trademark prosecution, regularly representing clients in the entertainment and fashion spaces.

4 Hunton Andrews Kurth LLPIntellectual Property: Trademark, Copyright & Trade Secrets2026 | Band 4 | 1 Years RankedHunton Andrews Kurth LLP is commended for its broad trademark and copyright practice, encompassing both contentious and non-contentious work. The team adeptly represents clients from a range of industries, including financial services, technology, sports and media. The group has notable expertise in infringement disputes, as well as portfolio management and protection.

4 Kelley Drye & Warren LLPIntellectual Property: Trademark, Copyright & Trade Secrets2026 | Band 4 | 3 Years RankedKelley Drye & Warren LLP is a diverse practice representing a number of global brands in trademark prosecution and portfolio management. The team provides expertise through strategic counseling, domestic and international prosecution and court representation. Clients include major sport, entertainment and fashion brands.

4 Mayer Brown LLPIntellectual Property: Trademark, Copyright & Trade Secrets2026 | Band 4 | 3 Years RankedMayer Brown LLP is a respected group with multifaceted IP expertise encompassing trademark and copyright litigation and false advertising mandates. The team also has notable experience in patent work, including strategic, transactional and contentious matters. The firm counts market-leading tech conglomerates and pharmaceutical companies among its clients.

4 Mitchell Silberberg & Knupp LLPIntellectual Property: Trademark, Copyright & Trade Secrets2026 | Band 4 | 3 Years RankedMitchell Silberberg & Knupp LLP is known for handling complex copyright and trademark cases for major clients in the media and entertainment industries. The team represents clients on contentious and non-contentious matters, including infringement litigation, IP transactions and general portfolio management.

4 Proskauer Rose LLPIntellectual Property: Trademark, Copyright & Trade Secrets2026 | Band 4 | 3 Years RankedProskauer Rose LLP is known for handling complex trademark and false advertising cases for a broad range of high-profile clients. The group frequently represents clients in the media and entertainment and consumer goods sectors.

4 Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & AffiliatesIntellectual Property: Trademark, Copyright & Trade Secrets2026 | Band 4 | 1 Years RankedSkadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates is an established firm offering counsel on commercial transactions involving IP. The team also possesses substantial experience in contentious patent matters at district court level and in post-grant proceedings. The group has additional expertise in the registration, protection and enforcement of trademarks and copyrights. Clients are drawn from a range of sectors, including financial services, pharmaceuticals and technology.
- Fish & Richardson PCIntellectual Property: Trademark, Copyright & Trade Secrets2026 | Band 4
- Phillips Nizer LLPIntellectual Property: Trademark, Copyright & Trade Secrets2026 | Band 4
