Operating for a consortium of clients that encompasses AstraZeneca, BMW, Facebook, Marvel and Netflix, Washington DC boutique Kelly IP LLP’s powerhouse non-contentious practice covers the full spectrum of matters, from clearance and prosecution to counselling and licensing, and conducts particularly notable work in relation to the application of the First Amendment to trademark matters. The team ‘deftly combines specialist firm subject matter expertise with client service comparable to a much larger firm’. Seasoned practitioner David Kelly, who is regarded as ’the best in the business’, holds an established reputation in multiple areas of work, encompassing domain names, internet issues and strategic counselling. Lynn Jordan possesses demonstrable strengths in comprehending the business and legal risks surrounding the adoption, use, and registration of trademarks, while Stephanie Bald‘s capabilities include online enforcement, global trademark portfolio management and the registration and enforcement of trademarks. Linda McLeod bolsters the practice with her expertise in assisting clients with cancellation and opposition proceedings and Kelu Sullivan is regularly entrusted by a consortium of prominent clients to manage global portfolios and assist with filing and prosecution strategies in emerging technology areas. A.J. Schumacher adds his considerable domain name expertise to the practice.
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