IP Litigation
Savvy clients know that the best protection against incursions on their intellectual property is a strong dose of prevention. But sometimes, litigation is the only available remedy for protecting an organization’s innovative ideas, products, processes, and brands, and thus its competitive advantage in the marketplace. Ulmer & Berne’s seasoned trial lawyers include those with deep experience and expertise both in prosecuting and defending IP and technology-related claims. Our clients in this area range in size from small entrepreneurial ventures to large multi-national institutions. We represent both public and private clients in complex IP cases involving:
- Patent infringement, ownership and validity
- Copyright, trademark and trade dress infringement
- Unfair competition and false advertising claims (both federal and state)
- Software and licensing disagreements
- E-Commerce and internet domain name disputes
- Disputes involving disclosure or theft of trade secrets, or breach of confidentiality agreement
In addition to providing these core IP litigation services, we also assist our clients in other types of litigation concerning technology-based claims or subject matter.
Rachael L. Rodman Published in Bloomberg Law on Reasonable Measures Under the DTSA
Ulmer Partner Rachael L. Rodman recently provided her professional perspective to Bloomberg Law in her article, “Reasonable Measures Under the DTSA.” In the article, Rodman examines the Defend Trade Secrets Act and the factors courts consider in evaluating sufficient reasonable measures to protect the secrecy of information, and also provides...
January 03, 2020
Ulmer Announces Election of Three New Partners
Ulmer & Berne LLP is pleased to announce the election of three partners to the firm, effective January 1, 2020. This class of new partners includes attorneys with backgrounds in diverse legal disciplines and who reflect Ulmer’s commitment to providing sophisticated advice and counsel. “We are happy to welcome Kristin,...
November 20, 2019
Rachael Rodman Appointed to IPO Diversity and Inclusion Committee
Ulmer & Berne LLP is pleased to announce that Partner Rachael L. Rodman was recently appointed as a member of the Intellectual Property Owners Association (IPO) Diversity & Inclusion Committee, which is dedicated to establishing organizational focus around and executing programs based on diversity and inclusion. As one of IPO’s Management and...
June 05, 2019
Walmart Burned by the Jury in Trademark Infringement Suit
Earlier this month, a federal jury in North Carolina hit Walmart with a $95.5 million verdict for its willful infringement of Variety Stores, Inc.’s “BACKYARD” trademarks. The jury awarded $45.5 million as a reasonable royalty and disgorged $50 million in Walmart’s profits to create the total award. The case presents...
February 22, 2019
Rachael Rodman Appointed Vice Chair of IPO Women in IP Committee
Ulmer & Berne LLP is pleased to announce that Partner Rachael L. Rodman was recently appointed as a Vice Chair of the Intellectual Property Owners Association (IPO) Women in IP Committee, which seeks to promote the advancement of women in IP law and to increase the diversity of IPO’s membership. As Vice...
February 19, 2019
Eleven Ulmer Attorneys Recognized as Cincy Leading Lawyers
Ulmer & Berne LLP is pleased to announce that 11 of the firm’s attorneys have been recognized by Cincy Magazine as Cincy Leading Lawyers. Attorneys selected as Cincy Leading Lawyers are considered to be the best in the Tristate area. Members of Greater Cincinnati’s legal community nominate their colleagues each...
January 31, 2019
Ulmer Attorneys Selected to 2019 Illinois Super Lawyers List
Ulmer & Berne LLP is pleased to announce that five attorneys from its Chicago office have been selected to the 2019 list of Illinois Super Lawyers. The list features the top attorneys in the state, chosen for their demonstrated excellence in the practice of law. Of those named from Ulmer,...
January 24, 2019
