The IP Lawyers: an independent guide to recommended Intellectual Property practitioners, covering the leading US patent, trademark and copyright attorneys.
Intellectual property (IP) refers to creations of the mind, such as inventions; literary and artistic works; designs; and symbols, names and images used in commerce. IP lawyers specialising in patent, copyright and trademark law, assist businesses and individuals to earn recognition or financial benefit from what they invent or create. By striking the right balance between the interests of innovators and the wider public interest, IP lawyers aim to foster an environment in which creativity and innovation can flourish.
Each year one leading intellectual property lawyer per state is invited to appear in the directory. The in-depth nomination, research and selection process is completely independent. Every August, more than 80,000 nomination forms are distributed to business directors, in-house counsel and lawyers operating in a wide variety of sectors and industries across the USA. An initial shortlist for each state is formed based on the results of the nominations and our own independent research. The team then assess the shortlisted lawyers based on 8 key performance indicators, before a final selection is made for each state.
To assist potential clients, we provide a detailed profile of each lawyer in the guide, highlighting their expertise and experience, an overview of their firm, its IP practice and full contact information.
Featured Lawyer
Michael S. Palmisciano - New York
Mike Palmisciano is a partner in the New York office of Sullivan & Worcester LLP. A commercial IP attorney with more than a decade of experience, Mike helps global brands, technology companies, and media organizations scale and protect their intellectual property assets [...]
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