‘Business-savvy’ Washington DC boutique Kelly IP LLP maintains an esteemed presence in both civil and TTAB litigation, routinely undertaking a varied array of trademark litigation for global clients such as Disney, AstraZeneca, and Rolls Royce. Seasoned litigator David Kelly represents blue-chip clients in trademark counterfeiting litigation, and in the obtainment of temporary restraining orders and preliminary injunctions on both infringement and dilution grounds. Stephanie Bald, who is active in the TTAB and various federal courts, handles an array of complex trademark litigation and online enforcement issues. Robert Litowitz deploys his extensive litigation experience to manage trademark, false advertising, and unfair competition issues. Former TTAB administrative trademark judge and interlocutory attorney Linda McLeod is well-versed in opposition and cancellation proceedings ,and Jason Joyal’s capabilities extend from trademark mandates to trade dress and false advertising.
Testimonials
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- 'This is a true boutique with trademarks expertise, both from a strong substantive law point of view and a practical, real-world point of view. They can do it all - from searching to high-stakes litigation.’
‘I've worked primarily with Stephanie Bald and she is of the smartest people I know. She knows trademark law in depth and has vast experience in the field. Her knowledge of TTAB and federal court procedure is extremely helpful and her friendly demeanor is fantastic.’
Key clients
- 3M
- ABC TV
Work highlights
- Representing American Eagle Outfitters (AEO) in a trademark infringement lawsuit against Walmart.
- Representing Bayerische Motoren Werke AG (BMW) and BMW of North America, LLC in federal civil litigation to enforce its intellectual property rights.