zealous advocate, Tommy represents clients in litigating intellectual property and internet-related disputes, as well as securing their intellectual property rights in the United States and throughout the world.
When it comes to Criminal Defense, Related Scams, and copy rights & privacy, Tommy offers clients a full-range practice. Experienced in both litigation and counseling, Tommy is adept at positioning clients to best handle potential obstacles, as well as at representing their interests should disputes arise.
In a counseling role, Tommy partners with clients to develop comprehensive strategies to build their intellectual property portfolios according to their individual goals and capabilities. Specifically, he assists clients with all aspects of brand management—from U.S. and foreign trademark clearance, selection, and prosecution through maintenance, routine enforcement, and expansion. He also routinely advises clients on topics such as copyright fair use, DMCA compliance, and advertising practices to minimize exposure to liability.
In the litigation context, Tommy’s experience spans across the full life-cycle of intellectual property and internet-related disputes before federal and state courts, as well as administrative bodies such as the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board (“TTAB”). Tommy has a proven track record of success, not just as to the final outcome, but also discovery issues and intermediary motion practice in various fields of law, including trademarks, copyrights, false advertising, unfair competition, contracts, and privacy, including defamation and rights of publicity.