Knobbe Martens Olson & Bear LLP has once again been ranked as one of the top trademark law firms in the nation by the World Trademark Review 1000 (WTR 1000). This is the fourth consecutive year the firm has been so recognized.
Additionally, the firm received a “gold tier” ranking for their California practice in trademark enforcement and litigation & trademark prosecution and strategy. Firms that receive a “gold tier” ranking attract the most positive comments from outside sources, have established top-level reputations and are able to secure high profile work from the most demanding clients. World Trademark Review recognized Knobbe Martens for its “sizeable national footprint and profound trademark know-how, safeguarding their number one spot in the intellectual property field.”
Five Knobbe Martens’ partners were individually recognized as leading trademark lawyers:
Catherine Holland was recognized for her brand management and licensing work with publishing, sports and software companies. She was acknowledged for her “trademark, copyright and unfair competition savvy to deliver perspicacious counsel to a clutch of right holders.”
Susan Natland, who practices domestic and international trademark law, was described as a “remarkable lawyer and tough adversary” who has successfully fought in the corner of many household names.
Diane Reed was commended for her “procurement of watertight worldwide protection.” Her practice includes licensing, distribution, manufacturing and development agreements, as well as trademark portfolio development and management.
Jeffrey Van Hoosear, who focuses his practice on prosecution, maintenance and exploitation of trademarks, was described as bringing “quick-wittedness, dedication and a global outlook” to the table.
Lynda Zadra-Symes, who represents clients through all stages of litigation in patent, trade secret, trademark, copyright and other intellectual property cases, was commended for her “amazing track record in a range of IP litigation.”
World Trademark Review is the only standalone ranking publication to exclusively focus on trademark practices and practitioners. To compile the WTR 1000 researchers interviewed hundreds of in-house and private practice lawyers and attorneys based in over 50 countries and were asked to identify the leading individuals and firms in both contentious and non-contentious work. Firms qualified based on their depth of expertise, market presence and the level of work on which they are typically instructed. Full rankings and methodology can be found at www.worldtrademarkreview.com.
With over 275 lawyers and scientist nationwide, Knobbe Martens Olson & Bear LLP dedicates its practice to all aspects of intellectual property law including litigation. Consistently ranked among the top intellectual property firms worldwide, Knobbe Martens serves a diverse group of clients from multinational corporations to emerging businesses of all stages. Headquartered in Orange County, California, Knobbe Martens also has offices in San Diego, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Silicon Valley, Seattle and Washington, D.C. More information about the firm can be found at www.knobbe.com.
