A career centered on intellectual property and licensing within the apparel and consumer products industries spans more than 35 years for this attorney, whose work combines legal practice with executive leadership. He has extensive experience in trademarks, trade dress, copyrights, and licensing, including preparation and evaluation of manufacturing, distribution, and import agreements. His work involves assessing originality and similarity of apparel designs, managing brand protection strategies, and advising on compliance with industry standards and legal requirements governing intellectual property and commercial transactions.

He has served in senior roles including licensing counsel, trademark counsel, vice president of licensing, and general counsel, where he directed global intellectual property programs and oversaw portfolios containing thousands of trademarks and copyrights across numerous jurisdictions. He has participated in thousands of licensing negotiations and has provided expert witness services for more than 20 years, including depositions and trial testimony in disputes involving infringement, licensing practices, and apparel industry standards. His casework includes numerous copyright and trade dress matters in both state and federal courts, supported by deep experience in enforcement, anti-counterfeiting efforts, and international brand protection.