News & Insights
- Paige Geier Receives Sanctuary for Families 2023 Above & Beyond Pro Bono Achievement AwardPaige A. Geier
- Beverage & Hospitality Industry Insight: Wine and Bars are Inherently Related for Trademark Registration PurposesWilliam M. Borchard
- Cowan, Liebowitz & Latman Partner receives Lexology Client Choice AwardJeffrey Chery
- A Trademark is Not a Copyright or a Patent 2024William M. Borchard
Case Studies
The Second Circuit affirms summary judgment for our client.
We established that cigarette rolling paper size designations are generic.
Federal Circuit reverses cancellation of U.S. trademark registrations
We succesfully represented our client, Major League Baseball Partners, Inc.
What They Say
“A phenomenal trademark firm, Cowan Liebowitz & Latman is a repository of trust for many A-list brands. It operates a technologically sophisticated and secure practice and makes appropriate staffing levels, flexible and cost-effective fee arrangements and responsiveness points of emphasis – all while maintaining an unwavering focus on quality and results.”
2022 WTR 1000 – The World’s Leading Trademark Professionals“Joel [Karni Schmidt] is a highly competent professional in all USPTO matters. He is also skilled in negotiating co-existence agreements and supporting in alleged infringement matters covering all kind of IP rights. Joel is highly qualified, has a hands-on approach and is a skilled IP practitioner whose work always satisfies.”
2024 WTR 1000 – The World’s Leading Trademark Professionals“Of [Robert] English, a patron remarks, ‘Bob’s advice on complex trademark licence issues is always insightful. He is knowledgeable, practical and patient – a pleasure to work with. Cowan’s fees are reasonable and turnarounds are swift.’”
2024 WTR 1000 – The World’s Leading Trademark Professionals“Jeff Chery is a strong trademark practitioner who gets to know his clients’ portfolios. He has an excellent knowledge of the US Trademark Office practice.”
2024 WTR 1000 – The World’s Leading Trademark ProfessionalsMary Donovan “demonstrates exceptional resourcefulness and judgement, and guides her clients in a way that is sensitive to their budgetary concerns. She is well connected and highly regarded in the wider trademark community, and has excellent relations with local counsel worldwide. She is a pleasure to work with on all aspects of trademark prosecution, enforcement and litigation, as well as unfair competition, internet and advertising issues.”
2022 WTR 1000 – The World’s Leading Trademark Professionals
Why Us
Founded in 1957, we maintain long-term relationships by providing sound advice, quality legal work, and highly-responsive, personalized service.
What We Do
We represent clients of all sizes across a broad range of industries. The boutique size of our firm, and the breadth of our practice capabilities, allow us to provide a multidisciplinary approach in a cost-effective manner.
Our Clients
Our experience spans a broad range of industries and is international in scope. We appreciate the opportunity of growing with successful companies and brands, as well as creative individuals and accomplished executives.