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Intellectual Property
Intellectual property defense requires both a high degree of competence in dealing with the complex issues presented and sound litigation experience to advocate against some of the country’s top counsel.
WSHB’s attorneys provide this combination, plus the resources of one of the country’s top defense firms. Our extensive knowledge in intellectual property law is buoyed by access to numerous technical experts to identify key issues. We’ve handled numerous and wide ranging intellectual property matters, including trademark and copyright infringement, trade secrets, trade dress, and trade libel cases.
Representative Matters for Intellectual Property
Claims of patent and trademark infringement, false advertising, and unfair competition against a firm, which was allegedly selling counterfeit karaoke machines
Copyright and trademark infringement suit against an art dealer
Defended claims of intellectual property infringement against a website owner
Design patent, trade dress, and trademark infringement case against an auto parts manufacturer
Trademark infringement case against a major farming company relating to packaging
Patent and trademark infringement case against a manufacturer of burglar alarms
Trademark infringement case against a clothing/shoe manufacturer
Suit between two competing restaurants, alleging copyright infringement involving business documents and sales/advertising materials
Trade secret/trade libel/trade dress/trademark suit between two competing drapery companies
Representation of famous athlete in claims for improper use of likeness by websites
Defense verdict in a commercial dispute between two commercial businesses involving allegations of improper acquisition of trade secrets and breach of confidential information
Commercial and Business Litigation, Transportation, Product Liability, Medical Malpractice and Healthcare Law, Pharmaceutical and Medical Devices, Complex Tort and Casualty
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Insurance, Commercial and Business Litigation, Transportation, Construction, Professional Liability, Employment, Cybersecurity and Data Privacy, Blockchain and Cryptocurrency, Complex Tort and Casualty, Arbitration
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Commercial and Business Litigation, Construction, Complex Tort and Casualty, Product Liability, Professional Liability, Dram Shop Litigation, Transportation
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5.0/5.0
Review for
Janice Michaels
by a Managing Partner
on 08/02/14
in Construction Law
Janice is a tribute to the legal profession. She invariably exhibits professionalism and decorum. She is always well prepared and has a compelling presence in the courtroom and elsewhere.
Janice is a tribute to the legal profession. She invariably exhibits professionalism and decorum. She is always well prepared and has a compelling presence in the courtroom and elsewhere.
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5.0/5.0
Review for
Melanie L. Thomas
by a Attorney
on 06/04/20
in Medical Malpractice
Ms. Thomas is a brilliant attorney. she understands rules, and the law perfectly, and her application is daunting to opposing counsel. I am proud that she is a member of our bar.
Ms. Thomas is a brilliant attorney. she understands rules, and the law perfectly, and her application is daunting to opposing counsel. I am proud that she is a member of our bar.
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Client Champion awards recognize those attorneys who excel at service as affirmed by their clients. The awards, based on the quantity
and quality of an attorney’s Martindale-Hubbell client reviews, demonstrate an ongoing commitment to delivering excellent client service.
Award recipients stand out from their peers with a platinum, gold or silver icon.
At least three reviews and a score of 4.0 or higher.
At least six reviews and a score of 4.2 or higher.
At least ten reviews and a score of 4.5 or higher.
A lawyer who receives a minimum threshold of qualifying responses from fellow attorneys can qualify for one of three prestigious
Martindale-Hubbell Peer Review Ratings:
AV Preeminent®: The highest peer rating standard. This rating signifies a large number of the lawyer’s peers rank him
or her at the highest level of professional excellence for their legal knowledge, communication skills and ethical standards.
Wood, Smith, Henning & Berman LLP got this award in 2026
Distinguished: An excellent rating for a lawyer with some experience. This rating indicates the attorney is widely
respected by their peers for high professional achievement and ethical standards.
Notable: This rating indicates that the lawyer has been recognized by a large number of their peers for strong ethical standards.
Avvo Top Contributor: The Avvo Top Contributor Award is granted to attorneys who have earned significant contribution points in a given year on our sister site, Avvo.com. Contribution points are earned by answering questions in Q&A,
publishing Legal Guides, and other useful contributions to the Avvo community.
Avvo Client’s Choice: The Avvo Client's Choice Award Badge is granted to attorneys with a significant number of 4+ star reviews in a given year.
