Jonathan W. Brown

Jonathan W. Brown is a senior partner in the firm’s Intellectual Property and Commercial Litigation Practice Areas. Mr. Brown focuses his practice on the following areas of law:

•Intellectual Property
•Intellectual Property Litigation
•Commercial Litigation
•Employment Litigation
•Copyright Law
•Trademark Registration
•Rights of Privacy and Publicity

Mr. Brown has handled numerous matters in both California and New York, including disputes over contracts, employment law and discrimination claims, license disputes, Lanham Act claims, copyright infringement claims, and proceedings before the Trademark Trial and Appeals Board and the U.S. International Trade Commission.

Mr. Brown also helps to manage international trademark portfolios for several multimedia and entertainment companies.

Outside of the office, Mr. Brown’s passions include technology, science, music, theater, and film.

Awards and Recognitions

Super Lawyers
Named to Upstate New York Super Lawyers 2022 - 2025 for Intellectual Property. No more than five percent of attorneys within a state are included in this publication.

Legal Elite of Western New York
Named to Business First/Buffalo Law Journal‘s Legal Elite of Western New York

Intellectual Property Resources

Jonathan remains on the cutting edge of legal developments that impact business’ Intellectual Property interests.

To keep clients abreast of recent Intellectual Property issues, Jonathan has created “Special Alert” publications as a resource for clients. In addition, to aid clients in understanding some of the essential components of Intellectual Property, Jonathan has created “Legal Guide” publications, which provide detailed answers to some frequently asked questions.

Protect Your Trademark During .pt Domain Sunrise Registration Period

Beware of Deceptive Correspondence Regarding Your Trademark

Guide to Proper Trademark Usage

Protect Your Trademark in the New .xxx Top Level Domain