
Copyright
Protecting original works of authorship is a priority for our clients. Brinks provides exceptional copyright law capabilities spanning diverse fields, including book, magazine and music publishing; photocopying; sound recordings; the visual arts; television and motion pictures; theater and dance; architectural works; compilations and databases; computer software; video games; multimedia; virtual reality; and the Internet.
In addition, we have a breadth of experience when it comes to protecting the copyrights of a corporation. Whether the issue involves protecting Internet sites, multinational transactions, licensing or work-for-hire agreements, Brinks attorneys are fully experienced and prepared. We assist clients with copyright audits; registrations; clearance opinions; due diligence investigations; copyright status reports; ownership and history reports; questions of fair use and permissions; and international copyright opinions.
When required, our experienced copyright litigators do not hesitate to go to court to uphold and enforce our clients’ rights.
Press Releases
- January 5, 2012
24 Brinks Attorneys Named Illinois Super Lawyers and 10 Named Rising Stars - January 3, 2012
James R. Sobieraj Assumes Presidency of Brinks Hofer Gilson & Lione - November 21, 2011
Sixteen Brinks Attorneys Ranked as Best Lawyers in America
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Firm Authored Books
- 2009
The Basic Principles of Intellectual Property Law, Second Edition
By: Steven L. Oberholtzer - 2006
The Basic Principles of Intellectual Property Law
By: Steven L. Oberholtzer - 2005
Intellectual Property Handbook
By: William H. Frankel
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IP Resources
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IP Laws and Regulations
- U.S. Statutes Search Page Court Information and Decisions
- U.S. Federal Courts IP Professional Organizations
- World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) IP Government Offices
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Firm Authored Publications
- August 23, 2011
Lessons from Stanford
By: Robert K. Fergan and Joshua E. Ney, Ph.D.
Law360 - Spring 2011
Fashion Design under the Innovative Design Protection and Piracy Prevention Act
By: Tiffany W. Shimada
Intellectual Property Litigation
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News
- September 2011
Super Lawyers Business Edition - September 2011
Chicago Lawyer - August 12, 2011
Chicago Lawyer
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