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Kyle-Beth Hilfer to speak at Benchmark 2012 about "Fearless Marketing: Key Legal Issues in Branding on Social Media"

On May 9, 2012, Kyle-Beth Hilfer will spotlight the most pressing legal concerns associated with social media marketing. Brands and agencies will learn how to engage in "fearless marketing." Ms. Hilfer will address how social media campaigns can showcase creativity and voice to make the cash register ring while avoiding legal liability. read more

Collen IP to participate in the 134th Annual INTA meeting in Washington, DC

From May 5-9, 2012, seven attorneys from the trademark prosecution and litigation departments at Collen IP will participate in Washington, DC at the annual INTA (International Trademark Association) conference. Joined by more than 9,000 intellectual property professionals from around the world, the meeting features continuing legal education, committee and client meetings. In attendance are Mitchell Radin, Mariana Cana, Thomas Gulick, Jane F. Collen, Jeffrey Lindenbaum, Audra Kemp, and Jess M. Collen. Also at this year's INTA meeting, the INTA Art Gallery will include IPITORIAL cartoons, created by Collen IP partner Jess Collen and featuring the artwork of legal assistant Peter Mulhern. read more

Joshua Paul to be a panelist at the U.S. Department of Commerce's "Selling to the BRICs" event

On May 4, 2012, partner Joshua Paul was a featured panelist at the "Selling to the BRICs" event. His panel focused on Managing IPR and Regulatory Issues in the BRICs (Brazil, Russia, India and China). The event, which was organized by the U.S. Department of Commerce, provided an opportunity for attendees to learn how to minimize the costs and risks of growing their business in the BRICs while maximizing their profits. read more

Jess M. Collen Presents "Above the Bar Award"

April 26, 2012 – As last year's recipient of the prestigious Above the Bar Award for leading intellectual property attorney, Jess M. Collen presented the award to this year's winner. The Above the Bar Awards honors some of the most accomplished attorneys in several categories. Mr. Collen was pleased to make the presentation to one of this year's four recipients. The awards are co-sponsored annually by the collaborative efforts of the legal, educational and business communities, as well as the business media. read more

Collen IP partner Don Ranft represents the firm at CONSULEGIS in the Canary Islands

From April 26-29, 2012, partner Don Ranft represented Collen IP at Consulegis' Annual General Meeting and Spring Conference. The conference consisted of industry updates and committee meetings during the day, followed by networking events and receptions in historic locales in the Canary Islands. CONSULEGIS is an international network of independent law firms located across 43 countries and more than 150 cities. In addition to Collen IP's participation in the spring meeting, the firm was a contributor to their newsletter, which can be seen here. read more