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Marvel and DC Lose Their “Super Hero” Trademark Powers

On Behalf of Berenzweig Leonard, LLP | February 21, 2025 | Intellectual Property

It’s a not-so-Brave New World for two titans of entertainment following a ruling from the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board (TTAB). This week’s BL Business Branding entry looks into the Board’s decision to cancel various “Super Hero” trademarks owned by Marvel and DC Comics late last year. Superheroes have dominated the…

Trademarks that Scored Big During the Super Bowl

On Behalf of Berenzweig Leonard, LLP | February 14, 2025 | Intellectual Property

Did you catch the Big Game last weekend? Our BL Business Branding series is covering the Super Bowl this week and some surprising trademarks that took the field when the Eagles and the Chiefs battled for the Lombardi trophy (again). The NFL When prepping for your Super Bowl party, did…

Chiefs’ Hope for Super Bowl Three-Peat Avoids Potential Trademark Foul

On Behalf of Berenzweig Leonard, LLP | February 7, 2025 | Intellectual Property

For this week’s entry in our Intellectual Property practice’s BL Business Branding series, we are exploring the trademark implications surrounding the Kansas City Chiefs’ potential “three-peat” Super Bowl run, and how an NBA legend stands to benefit if they can pull it off. This weekend, the Chiefs make a run…

Utah Hockey Club’s New Name Skates Around Trademark Trouble

On Behalf of Berenzweig Leonard, LLP | January 31, 2025 | Intellectual Property

As part of Berenzweig Leonard’s Intellectual Property practice, we are introducing a new BL Business Branding series to highlight real world examples of how trademarks and intellectual property matters can impact businesses, and steps you can take to protect your assets and build your brand.  This week’s story comes from…

Legal Updates for Government Contractors under Trump’s Executive Orders

On Behalf of Berenzweig Leonard, LLP | January 30, 2025 | Government Contracts

This was originally published as a partnered article by Berenzweig Leonard and The Baldwin Group. You can access the original document HERE. Immediately after taking office, President Trump and the new administration have wasted no time issuing Executive Orders (EO) and federal guidance impacting government…

Berenzweig Leonard Managing Partners Recognized in Virginia Lawyers Weekly’s Managing Partner Spotlight

On Behalf of Berenzweig Leonard, LLP | January 2, 2025 | Firm News

It is our honor to share that Founders Seth Berenzweig and Declan Leonard have once again been recognized by Virginia Lawyers Weekly in their Managing Partners Spotlight. Over the past 14 years, Seth and Declan have built Berenzweig Leonard into a highly successful law firm with hundreds of valued clients, an award-winning team…

Berenzweig Leonard Marketing Manager Named Unsung Legal Hero By Virginia Lawyers Weekly

On Behalf of Berenzweig Leonard, LLP | December 30, 2024 | Firm News

Congratulations to our amazing Marketing Manager, Rachel Goodnight, for being recognized as one of Virginia Lawyers Weekly’s Unsung Legal Heroes! Your dedication and creativity make a huge impact every day, and we’re so proud to see you celebrated for your hard work. Thank you for everything you do for our…

New Year, New Trademark Rules: Mastering the USPTO’s Changes for 2025

On Behalf of Berenzweig Leonard, LLP | December 20, 2024 | Intellectual Property

As we ring in the new year, it’s the perfect time to get your trademarks in shape for 2025. The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) is raising costs and rolling out major changes that will change how businesses file and maintain their trademarks. Whether you’re launching a new product…

Berenzweig Leonard Attorney Awarded Fairfax Bar Association’s Pro Bono Champion of the Year

On Behalf of Berenzweig Leonard, LLP | December 14, 2024 | Firm News

Berenzweig Leonard is proud to announce that our own Clyde Findley is this year’s recipient of the Fairfax Bar Association’s Pro Bono Champion of the Year award!Through the Northern Virginia Pro Bono Law Center’s Wills on Wheels program, Clyde has regularly provided customized wills and medical powers of…

The End of Amateurism? Third Circuit Broadens the Test for Determining College Athlete Employment Status

by Charles L. Bonani | December 11, 2024 | Entertainment, Sports, & Media Law

In the recent years of college sports, change has been the only constant. The explosion of NIL deals, the rise of the transfer portal, conference realignments, and the new 12-team playoff in college football are just four examples that come to mind. Throughout this era of change, the National Collegiate…

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