Intellectual Property Litigation

Trademark and copyright infringement disputes can have a significant impact on businesses. Whether a company is protecting its intellectual property or defending against claims, understanding the legal process and potential alternatives, such as arbitration, can help companies make informed decisions.

We provide counsel on a wide range of intellectual property matters and contract disputes related to intellectual property. We have represented clients in matters involving the misappropriation of trade secrets; breaches of non-compete agreements; trademark infringement, copyright infringement, licensing agreements;, and contract disputes relating to intellectual property. We successfully defended our client against allegations of fraud on the United States Patent and Trademark Office.

Representative Matters

Represented NY-based medical house call provider in connection with a trademark infringement action pending in federal court in California, resulting in a settlement.

Represented large private real estate investment company in multiple disputes with former joint venture partner, ending in positive global settlement of all disputes for client.

Represented an IT services company in a contract dispute involving claims of breach, fraud, and successor liability against a national law firm.

Represented the estate of a celebrity in litigation involving right of publicity and unauthorized use of name and likeness.

Counseled a cable provider in licensing and copyright litigation over the broadcast and retransmission of content.

Counsel to prepare and negotiate various agreements including foreign investments, distribution, intellectual property, product placement, employment matters and real estate.

Prosecuted and defended lawsuits involving real estate, leases and licensing.

Prepared and negotiated various entertainment and distribution contracts.