Dentons - US Trademark Rankings 2023

Firm Overview:

The world’s largest law firm by headcount, Dentons has over 200 offices worldwide with 18 of its US outfits offering IP solutions. The firms’ global presence attracts clients looking to enter all corners of the world with their brands, who seek advice on US and international trademarks. The US trademark practice provides services from portfolio management to infringement disputes before the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board and on high-value litigation. Dentons represents companies of all sizes and amongst its largest are social media platform LinkedIn, fashion titan Michael Kors and Mastercard, demonstrating cross-industry capabilities.

Team Overview:

Chicago-based Carol Anne Been leads the Trademark, Copyright, Advertising, IP Strategy and Transactions group. Been’s practice focuses on trademark clearance, prosecution, transactions and litigation. New York-based Monica Richman previously worked in the family retail and wholesale business and is the global chair and the US co-chair for the Intellectual Property and Technology group. Richman has a broad trademark practice across transactions, portfolio management and disputes. She files registrations and oppositions for the popular trademarks of well-known entertainment clients, including Dreamworks Animation, Universal City Studios, Lifetime and NBCUniversal Media. Beyond entertainment she chairs Dentons’ Fashion, Apparel and Beauty practice and has worked with iconic brands including Gianni Versace.

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Clients:

Amway, Bacardi, Dreamworks Animation, Lifetime, LinkedIn, NBCUniversal Media, Rotary International, Universal City Studios.