News & Insights
Dasha Chestukhin to Speak on Fashion Law Panels at NYU and Rutgers
We Hosted Another Fashion Law Institute Pop-Up Clinic
The 2026 Edition is Available of A Trademark is Not a Copyright or a Patent by William M. Borchard with Deborah K. Squiers
Deborah Squiers will chair and Robert English will speak at PLI’s Fundamentals of Trademark Law in the Global Marketplace 2026 CLE program
Case Studies
Federal Circuit upholds successful opposition against application to register LEHMAN BROTHERS for whiskey
We succesfully represented our client, Major League Baseball Partners, Inc.
Federal Circuit reverses cancellation of U.S. trademark registrations
We established that cigarette rolling paper size designations are generic.
The Second Circuit affirms summary judgment for our client.
What They Say
“’Robert English is a brilliant trademark lawyer and creative thinker.’ He plays a key role in supporting hair brand Amika’s expansion initiatives across global markets.”
2026 WTR 1000 – The World’s Leading Trademark Professionals“[Eric] Shimanoff is ‘highly recommended based on his responsiveness and follow through’ and currently advises Blackstone on clearance, prosecution, and enforcement, with a focus on eliminating avenues of infringement.”
2026 WTR 1000 – The World’s Leading Trademark Professionals“Marking 40 years at the firm [in 2025], Lynn Fruchter is a cornerstone of the trademark practice, valued for her steady counsel and collaborative support."
2026 WTR 1000 – The World’s Leading Trademark Professionals“Maria Scungio is a seasoned trademark adviser with deep experience guiding clients through every facet of domestic and international portfolio management.”
2026 WTR 1000 – The World’s Leading Trademark ProfessionalsJoel Karni Schmidt is an experienced intellectual property lawyer whose practice encompasses complex copyright matters. He advises clients across a broad range of industries, including hospitality, technology, media and financial services, and has particular experience in emerging issues involving social media, internet-related rights and NFTs.
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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.










