By Sterne, Kessler, Goldstein & Fox PLLC
Sterne Kessler represents trademark applicants and owners to file and defend opposition, cancellation, expungement, and reexamination proceedings before the U.S. Trademark Trial and Appeal Board (TTAB). Our team often implements monitoring programs early in portfolio development to ensure that our clients are adequately protecting and defending trademark rights from competitors. For clients across industries, we are prepared to challenge or defend the validity of trademark applications or registrations. We have significant experience managing these cases under the unique procedures and timelines at the TTAB. In the last five years, our team handled more than 275 trademark opposition and cancellation proceedings for our clients. In addition, we work with our trial lawyers on TTAB proceedings as part of more comprehensive trademark enforcement and litigation programs that may include parallel litigation in district court. From initial filing to discovery, depositions, and final resolution, we work closely with our clients to ensure that disputes are managed in line with their business and brand objectives.
