News & Insights
The 2026 Edition is Available of A Trademark is Not a Copyright or a Patent by William M. Borchard with Deborah K. Squiers- Cowan, Liebowitz & Latman is Hosting a CLE About Recent Copyright Developments for In-House Counsel
- Patent Law Alert -- Proposed Changes to USPTO’s Inter Partes Review Process – Does It Start a New “Race to Judgment” on Patent Invalidity?
- Trademark Law Alert--Trade Association Lacked Standing to Challenge Trademark Registration
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Case Studies
Federal Circuit upholds successful opposition against application to register LEHMAN BROTHERS for whiskey
Federal Circuit reverses cancellation of U.S. trademark registrations
We succesfully represented our client, Major League Baseball Partners, Inc.
We established that cigarette rolling paper size designations are generic.
The Second Circuit affirms summary judgment for our client.
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Chambers USA 2025“‘Simply the best’, Cowan Liebowitz & Latman’s trademark practice is defined by collaboration, depth, and agility. Clients turn to the team not just for its legal acumen, but for its unique culture of shared expertise which ensures robust IP support. When litigation is necessary, clients have access to some of the brightest minds in the field.”
2026 WTR 1000 – The World’s Leading Trademark Professionals"Maryann Licciardi is thoroughly recommended for her strong acumen in trademark prosecution, litigation and portfolio management, making her a trusted source of guidance for leading global clients."
2025 Lexology Index"Mary L. Kevlin is a renowned intellectual property lawyer owing to her open-ended skill in handling the full remit of trademark matters, as well as serving as a leading academic in the field."
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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.
