Precision and Advocacy
The Intellectual Property Group establishes programs to protect and to solicit
client trademarks, copyrights, trade secrets and other intellectual property
and advises clients on patent issues. The Group negotiates and drafts a
broad variety of technology transfer agreements, trademark licenses, and
distribution and franchise agreements, taking full cognizance of antitrust,
unfair competition, advertising practices and marketing issues. In particular,
the Group advises with respect to international distribution matters for
ethical and over-the-counter drugs, biomedical devices, dietary supplements,
pharmaceuticals and cosmetic products. The Group also advises on intellectual
property protection programs for high profile fashion designers.
In the regulatory sphere, the Group represents clients in matters before
state and federal regulatory agencies, including the Food and Drug Administration,
the Consumer Products Safety Commission, the Federal Trade Commission and
the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. It also counsels with
respect to packaging, labeling, advertising, marketing, distribution and
other compliance issues and potential recalls and service campaigns.
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