News & Insights
- Managing Intellectual Property Once Again Recognizes Cowan, Liebowitz & Latman’s Copyright Practice in its 2024 IP Stars RankingsRichard S. Mandel, Joel Karni Schmidt, Eric J. Shimanoff
- Website Law Alert: What You Need to Know About the Updated Web Content Accessibility GuidelinesRaphael S. Nemes
- Who’s Who Legal Names Ten Cowan, Liebowitz & Latman Attorneys in its 2024 WWL: IP GuideWilliam M. Borchard, Kieran G. Doyle, Mary L. Kevlin, Jonathan Z. King, Maryann E. Licciardi, Meichelle R. MacGregor, Richard S. Mandel, Joel Karni Schmidt, Eric J. Shimanoff, Deborah K. Squiers
- Cowan, Liebowitz & Latman Earns High Rankings from Leaders LeagueThomas Kjellberg, Meichelle R. MacGregor, Richard S. Mandel, Deborah K. Squiers
On My Mind Blog
Case Studies
Federal Circuit reverses cancellation of U.S. trademark registrations
We established that cigarette rolling paper size designations are generic.
Federal Circuit upholds successful opposition against application to register LEHMAN BROTHERS for whiskey
We succesfully represented our client, Major League Baseball Partners, Inc.
The Second Circuit affirms summary judgment for our client.
What They Say
“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“[Eric] Shimanoff sits on the firm’s executive committee and has nearly 20 years’ experience in the trademark profession. His practice covers all bases, but he is particularly adroit going to bat at the TTAB, where he routinely enforces the rights of the Empire State Building, Barclays Capital and Columbia University. In district court, he takes on Meta Platforms for New Ventures Services.”
2024 WTR 1000 – The World’s Leading Trademark Professionals“[Mary] Kevlin has handled an enormous number of USPTO proceedings over her 35 years in practice. Very active at the TTAB, she succeeded in having the board declare the World Series to have ‘a very high level of fame’ back in 2017.”
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“‘Joelle [Milov] delivers consistently outstanding work in the complex areas of trademark prosecution and dispute resolution. Joelle’s diligence, expertise and precision have been instrumental in safeguarding clients’ intellectual property rights, and her unwavering commitment to excellence has been truly inspiring.”
2024 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.