Ryan Bricker concentrates on trademark and copyright prosecution, enforcement, and litigation. He helps clients develop creative, efficient methods of procuring trademark and copyright protection. He also maintains an active practice counseling clients on issues related to the Internet, including:
- Developing comprehensive on-line brand protection plans;
- Monitoring and policing avenues of e-commerce and web-based marketplaces;
- Uncovering and combating piracy problems; and
- Securing domain names through a variety of domain name dispute processes.
Mr. Bricker has implemented strategies to protect and enforce the intellectual property rights of leading companies in a variety of industries, including consumer electronics, computer software and hardware, entertainment, gaming, social media, telecommunications, clothing and apparel, wine and spirits, and educational toys.
Mr. Bricker currently serves as the Co-Chair of the Western Regional Competition for the Saul Lefkowitz Moot Court Competition.
Publications
“An Evolving Venue Under Fire: Evaluating Claims of Bias, Impending Changes, and Reform Proposals at the ITC,” ITCTLA 337 Reporter Summer Associate Ed., Vol. 23 (2008).
"Expanded Protection for Famous Trademarks Against Dilution Caused By Similar Marks." Townsend IP Update, February 2010.
“Copyright Applicants Authorized to File Infringement Suits Before Registration Is Issued.” Townsend IP Update, May 2010.