JOSHUA B. GOLDBERG

THE FIRM'S CO-MANAGING PARTNER

Practice includes various aspects of trademark, unfair competition, and copyright prosecution and enforcement on a global basis, as well as licensing and proceedings related to appeals. enforcement strategies for consumer products. Gourmet cook.

SUSANNE M. HOPKINS

PARTNER, PATENT ATTORNEY

Has practiced IP law since 1987. In addition to patent law, Ms. Hopkins’ practice encompasses all aspects of trademark, copyright, and unfair competition law, including procurement of trademarks and copyrights, portfolio management, enforcement of trademarks and copyrights, anti-counterfeiting, and licensing and transactions. Former in-house General Counsel. Ms. Hopkins’ expertise lies in managing and leveraging IP capital to maximize value and competitive advantage. Amateur photographer and avid reader.

William L. Klima

PARTNER, PATENT ATTORNEY

Practice comprises extensive consultation with clients regarding IP strategy, business strategy, portfolio development, and patent, trademark, and copyright protection of technology; extensive patent drafting experience to provide a web of protection, value, and licensable patents; extensive patent prosecution experience, including extensive interviewing at the USPTO to accelerate and advance prosecution; licensing, including negotiating and drafting key licensing agreements; product development and commercialization, inventor; former U.S. Patent Examiner. Weight lifting and power boating.

JERALD L. MEYER

PARTNER, PATENT ATTORNEY

Practice includes overseeing international and domestic trademark prosecution and enforcement as well as clearance searches and registrability opinion writing, licensing, proceedings related to appeals, and managing the trademark and patent portfolios of various firm clients. Softball player and golfer.

H. David Starr

DEPARTMENT MANAGER, SENIOR ATTORNEY

Manager of the Trademarks and Copyrights Department. Practice involves all aspects of trademark, unfair competition and copyright law, including clearance searches and registrability opinions, domestic and international trademark prosecution, policing and enforcement actions, proceedings before the TTAB, and licensing and other IP-related contracts. Piano and guitar player.

Gregory G. Bennett

Patent Attorney

Practice involves all aspects of trademark law, including clearance, prosecution, licensing, policing and enforcing trademark rights on a global basis. Classical pianist and automotive enthusiast.

Gulnaz T. Donahue

ATTORNEY

Practice involves all aspects of trademark, unfair competition and copyright law. Counsels clients on the availability, registration, policing and enforcement of trademarks and assists in securing trademark registrations in the U.S. and worldwide. Litigates cases before the TTAB. Avid runner.

TANYA E. HARKINS

PATENT ATTORNEY

Experienced in all aspects of trademark prosecution and enforcement on a global basis. Loves living on the Chesapeake Bay.