Five Tucker Ellis attorneys have been recognized in the 2024 edition of WTR 1000 – the World’s Leading Trademark Professionals: David Steele, Howard Kroll, Steven Lauridsen, Sandy Wunderlich, and Heather Barnes.

David is ranked in the Gold band in California in the category of “Individuals: Enforcement and Litigation.” As our clients note, “David’s cybersquatting litigation cases created new legal precedent interpreting the Anti-Cybersquatting Consumer Protection Act that benefit all brand holders. He brings decades of experience and a first-class team of litigators to his cases, which produce stellar results for their clients. That is why so many major brands turn to him to aggressively protect their brands. David’s professionalism, responsiveness and consideration for our ultimate objectives are second to none. David is by far the best there is in trademark enforcement counselling and cybersquatting litigation.”

Howard is Silver-band ranked in California in “Individuals: Enforcement and Litigation.” His success in contentious matters runs the industry gamut, with millions of dollars in damages in infringement matters secured over his 40-plus-year career, notes WTR 1000. “For trademark work, Howard is the best in the industry,” one client comments.

Sandy is Silver-band ranked in Missouri and Kansas, while Steven is Bronze-band ranked in California. Heather is Bronze band-ranked in Ohio, where clients view her as a “valuable member of the team.” Of Heather’s trademark practice, one client notes, “Heather assists our company with many trademark matters, including potential and actual infringement matters, and advises on trademark prosecution worldwide. She is easy to communicate with and can explain trademark processes and recommendations to individuals who may not be experienced or experts in the field. She is also available on our schedule and can assist with matters even on short notice. Her knowledge of trademarks in the US and worldwide is exceptional.”

In addition to individual recognitions, Tucker Ellis is Bronze band-ranked in California in the category of “Firms: Enforcement and Litigation.” WTR 1000 comments, “Across the United States, the team at Tucker Ellis delivers full-service trademark representation, from strategic portfolio management to precise and effective enforcement campaigns. In California the team boasts an especially strong background in all things internet.”

WTR 1000 is a unique guide that identifies the top trademark professionals in key jurisdictions around the globe. It focuses exclusively on trademark practice and has firmly established itself as the definitive “go-to” resource for those seeking world-class legal trademark expertise. To learn more, click here.