News & Insights
- Cowan, Liebowitz & Latman is Hosting Another Association of Corporate Counsel Musical CLE Presentation at the Bitter EndAvanthi M. Cole, Kieran G. Doyle
- Cowan, Liebowitz & Latman Achieves Tier One Rankings in Best Law Firms 2025 Publication
- 24 Cowan, Liebowitz & Latman Attorneys Named in Super Lawyers New York Metro 2024 ListsWilliam M. Borchard, Dasha Chestukhin, Richard Dannay, Kieran G. Doyle, Lynn S. Fruchter, Robert J. Giordanella, Kyle-Beth Hilfer, J. Christopher Jensen, Justin I. Karasick, Mary L. Kevlin, Jonathan Z. King, Sarah Sue Landau, Meichelle R. MacGregor, Richard S. Mandel, Ronald W. Meister, Joelle A. Milov, Mark Montague, Reema Pangarkar, Joel Karni Schmidt, Maria A. Scungio, Deborah K. Squiers, Emily F. Stein, Lyndsey Waddington, Dorothy R. Whitney
- A Trademark is Not a Copyright or a PatentWilliam M. Borchard
On My Mind Blog
Case Studies
Federal Circuit reverses cancellation of U.S. trademark registrations
The Second Circuit affirms summary judgment for our client.
We succesfully represented our client, Major League Baseball Partners, Inc.
Federal Circuit upholds successful opposition against application to register LEHMAN BROTHERS for whiskey
We established that cigarette rolling paper size designations are generic.
What They Say
“From the quality of its clientele to the calibre of its practitioners, Cowan, Liebowitz & Latman is an undisputed leader in the trademark space. For bullet-proof prosecution strategies and hard-hitting enforcement, few firms across the United States offer as well-stocked a bench as the New York boutique. “
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 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"Cowan excels at navigating legal intricacies, demonstrating unparalleled competence in handling complex IP issues with precision, clarity and strategic insight."
Chambers USA 2024
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.