Bringing a comprehensive approach to intellectual property protection, Charlie represents and counsels clients across all aspects of patent, trademark, and copyright law. He works closely with clients to structure their internal efforts to safeguard their ideas, processes, and products, ensuring that IP protection is integrated into every stage of innovation and business development. His experience encompasses searching and prosecuting patent applications, clearing and registering trademarks and copyrights, licensing, and enforcing and defending intellectual property rights both in the United States and internationally.
His client base spans a broad spectrum of industries, including sporting goods, cosmetics, racing, mechanical engineering, and computer software, giving him a versatile perspective on the unique intellectual property challenges that arise across diverse sectors. Charlie serves as Chairman of the Firm's Trademark Practice Group, where he leads the team in delivering strategic and practical trademark counsel to clients at every stage of brand development and protection.