Intellectual Property: Trademark, Copyright & Trade Secrets
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Provided by Jenner & Block LLP
We are among the nation’s leading practitioners in traditional copyright and entertainment litigation. Clients look to the firm to handle all manner of disputes concerning their valuable intellectual property. Whether the actions are based on copyright, contract, statutory rights, tort, accounting, or otherwise, we help content owners enforce their rights and defend against claims brought by others. We also help brand owners confront the full spectrum of trademark issues they encounter in the marketplace, including trademark and trade dress infringement, false advertising, dilution, and cybersquatting cases. Our trademark team has a particular focus on the convergence of trademark law, technology and the internet.
Chambers Review
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.
Work Highlights
- Jenner & Block LLP represented RIAA and member companies Sony Music Entertainment, Universal Music Group and Warner Music Group in two separate copyright infringement actions against two ISPs, Grande Communications and RCN Telecom Services for allowing customers to commit infringement using BitTorrent.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"The Jenner team has exceptionally strong subject matter expertise in complex and sophisticated issues."
"Jenner & Block's IP team provides unique skills, excellent legal perspective and works very well together to provide excellent legal service."
"The Jenner team has exceptionally strong subject matter expertise in complex and sophisticated issues."
"Jenner & Block's IP team provides unique skills, excellent legal perspective and works very well together to provide excellent legal service."
Notable Practitioners
Andrew Bart draws upon his deep knowledge of the music and entertainment industries to advise clients on a broad range of copyright and trademark issues, including royalty rates and infringement cases.
"Andrew is super knowledgable in his area of expertise and is very intelligent."
"Andrew is incredibly smart, extremely strategic and is great at being able to cut through the noise and tell the most convincing story for his client."
Susan Kohlmann chairs the firm's trademark group and draws upon substantial experience in copyright and trademark disputes to represent companies and individuals in the media and entertainment industry.
Alison Stein is noted for her significant expertise litigating complex copyright and trademark disputes.
"Alison is a pleasure to work with. She is very even-keeled and has a very reasonable approach to problem-solving."
"Alison is passionate and dedicated to her work, and really listens to her clients."
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Jenner & Block LLP
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