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Eric protects, enforces and defends intellectual property rights for publicly traded and privately held companies in a variety of industries throughout the world. He develops individualized strategies to fit client goals, branding objectives and budget while taking into account the competition and jurisdictional considerations. His business and IT background give him a noteworthy perspective, allowing him to understand his clients’ business needs and develop solutions to reach their goals.

Eric manages all aspects of global trademark portfolios, including clearance, prosecution, dispute resolution, cease and desist, litigation, opposition and cancellation actions. He serves U.S. clients with a global reach by counseling and guiding protection efforts outside the U.S., and he serves as U.S. counsel for companies and law firms located outside the U.S.

Eric also advises clients regarding copyright, social media, trade dress, customs, anti-counterfeiting, licensing, domain names and e-commerce. He has litigated intellectual property cases as well as general civil matters.

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Education

Law School

Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law, J.D., 2004

Undergraduate School

Indiana University, Kelley School of Business, B.S., 2001

Bar Memberships

Eric is licensed to practice in the following state(s):

Indiana

Courts

Eric is admitted to practice before the following court(s):

U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Indiana

U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Indiana

Recognition

Local & National Recognition

World Trademark Review (WTR) 1000 | The World’s Leading Trademark Professionals, 2020-2022
– Top Attorney in Indiana – Gold

World Trademark Review (WTR) | Global Leaders, 2021
– Selected as a Global Leader by the WTR

The Best Lawyers in America®, 2020-2022

Indiana Super Lawyers “Rising Stars,” 2014-2018

Selected to “30 Under 30” by the Greenfield Daily Reporter

Eagle Scout

Professional Affiliations

Professional Affiliations & Memberships

International Trademark Association (INTA)

The Indianapolis Intellectual Property American Inn of Court

Indiana State Bar Association

Indianapolis Bar Association

Hancock County Bar Association, past president

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