Patton Boggs Intellectual Property: Trademarks

Patton Boggs works with clients through all phases of the branding process, helping them to CREATE brands that become viable marks; to PROTECT their marks in the U.S. and internationally, through registration and usage strategies; to ENFORCE their rights against threats of infringement, dilution, or unfair competition; and to CAPITALIZE on opportunities to expand the value of their brands through licensing and other programs. We strive to do this cost-effectively, while giving each client individual attention and dedication.

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CREATE

Patton Boggs assists clients to create brands that can become distinctive and viable marks. We carefully guide clients through every phase of brand creation. ::: read more :::

PROTECT

Once a brand or mark has been created and selected, Patton Boggs helps to secure protection for that mark through registration and other programs. ::: read more :::

ENFORCE

If a client's trademark rights are violated or compromised, Patton Boggs takes action to enforce those valuable rights through litigation or other means, as appropriate. ::: read more :::

CAPITALIZE

Patton Boggs attorneys assist clients to maximize the value of their marks and other intangible properties through licensing, co-branding and other opportunities. ::: read more :::

INTERNATIONAL

Patton Boggs helps clients protect and enforce their brands on an international level, as well as in the United States. Because no one set of trademark laws applies throughout the world, we give our clients the benefit of our international connections in this global economy. ::: read more :::