Member Bio
I assist clients in resolving complex IP controversies involving design and utility patents, copyrights, trademarks, trade secrets, and claims of unfair competition. I have devised and implemented strategies including litigation in federal and state courts, cancellation and opposing proceedings before the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board, and patent reexamination proceedings. I have trial experience and have argued before the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit.
I have counseled and represented numerous Fortune 500 clients, mid and small-size corporations, nonprofits, and individuals in areas of commerce, including apparel, handbags, and accessories, spirits, wine, and beer, banks, water purification systems, industrial manufacturing, toys, exercise equipment, electronics, cutlery design, oil and gas, photography and photography accessories, food preparation, restaurant, and the music and entertainment industries.