Recognized in Ones to Watch since 2025 
Analytical, forward-thinking and focused on finding ways to improve a process or circumstance, Francis “Rocky” Cislak advocates for his clients’ intellectual property interests. He has a deep understanding of how trademarks and copyrights impact a business’ branding and marketing strategy.
Rocky helps compile trademark applications and with gathering data, arguments, and specimens necessary to ensure trademark applications are registerable with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). In doing so, he reviews watch notices for cases of infringement and, if necessary, drafts letters explaining trademark owners’ rights. He also researches applicable trademark and copyright laws to inform clients of their rights and instructs foreign counsel.
