J. Michael "Mike" Hurst

J. Michael "Mike" Hurst

Cincinnati, OH recognized lawyers icon Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2014
Keating Muething & Klekamp PLL

65 Best Lawyers awards

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Awarded Practice Areas

Advertising Law Copyright Law Trademark Law

Biography

Mike Hurst’s practice is concentrated in the area of intellectual property law. He has extensive experience in trademark prosecution, protection and portfolio management, copyright matters, domain names, brand management counseling, social media and Web 2.0 issues, as well as intellectual property licensing, both in the U.S. and internationally. Prior to joining Keating Muething & Klekamp, Mike served as Corporate Counsel-IP at Caterpillar Inc. in Peoria, Illinois. He serves as co-leader of the firm's multi-disciplinary Evolving Media & Technology Team.
Keating Muething & Klekamp PLL

65 Best Lawyers awards

Keating Muething & Klekamp PLL logo

Overview

  • University of Cincinnati, J.D., graduated 1998
  • Duke University, BS, graduated 1995

  • Ohio, Ohio State Bar Association
  • California, The State Bar of California
  • Ohio, Ohio State Bar Association
  • California, The State Bar of California
  • University of Cincinnati, J.D., graduated 1998
  • Duke University, BS, graduated 1995

Client Testimonials

Awards & Focus

Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® 2026 for work in:
  • Advertising Law
  • Copyright Law
  • Trademark Law
Awards:
  • Listed in The Best Lawyers in America
  • Named "IP Star" by Managing Intellectual Property, 2013

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