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Kelly Malloy Named to University of Miami “30 Under 30”
TTAB Affirmance Rate Lowers to Approximately 86% for Likelihood of Confusion Refusals in 2026
A trademark application is reviewed by a U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (“USPTO”) Trademark Examining Attorney on a variety of grounds, but most notably on whether there is a conflict with a prior-registered mark. A §2(d) refusal – so named because of the...
TTAB Affirmance Rate is Over 90% for Mere Descriptiveness Refusals in 2026
When a USPTO Examining Attorney takes the position that a mark is merely descriptive of an applicant’s goods or services and issues a refusal on that basis, the applicant normally has an opportunity to submit arguments and evidence in support of registration directly...
Tyler Litwak Discusses IP and Legal Strategy for Creatives at MAMP 2026
Firm Associate Tyler J. Litwak recently participated as a panelist at the Miami Arts Marketing Project (MAMP) 2026 Conference, hosted by the Arts & Business Council of Miami. MAMP brings together artists, arts professionals, non-profit leaders, cultural...
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Our team includes Registered Patent Attorneys, Trademark Portfolio Counselors, Intellectual Property Litigators, and a host of other IP Professionals. The Firm Is a Full-Service IP Law Boutique that guides clients through identifying IP assets, securing those rights in the U.S. and abroad, negotiating Licenses and other IP transactions, and capably enforcing IP or defending clients in Litigation.
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Our Firm was founded on a vision of Florida as the crossroads of the Americas, Intellectual Property as the cornerstone of our state’s unique international economy, focus on excellent legal work and ethics, strong relationships with Florida’s innovators and educators, and service to our vibrant community. Decades later, that vision endures.
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The Firm proudly represents leading corporations and universities in the U.S., as well as clients across Latin America, the Caribbean, and Europe, but we remain true to our roots as Florida’s Intellectual Property Law Firm. Our valued clients include countless local inventors, start-ups, and small businesses… and always will.