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Melinda S. Giftos

Melinda S. Giftos

7.3

Very Good

Experience 3.0 star rating
Industry Recognition 2.5 star rating
Professional Conduct 5.0 star rating

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Overview

Practice Areas
  • 25% Litigation
  • 15% Licensing
  • 15% Trademark Infringement
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Fees & Payments

Fees

  • Free Consultation (30 minutes)

Payment types

Credit Card, Cash, Check

Contact Information
  • Whyte Hirschboeck Dudek, SC
    33 East Main Street
    Suite 300
    Madison, WI 53703
    608-234-●●●● - show
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Languages
  • English

About Me

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About me: Creativity. Innovation. Break thoughs. These are the elements that drive our world forward. I am fortunate enough to work with the people that make interesting... more

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Client Reviews

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5 star rating

“Compassionate and Caring”

Posted by: anonymous, 2009-06-01 6 months ago. Flag as objectionable

Client Review: Melinda was retained by my husband regarding confidentiality agreement that put my husband's start date with a new company on hold. She provided... more

Endorsements

Endorsements

3 endorsements

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Travis James West

I have worked with Mindi on several matters related to both intellectual property and commercial litigation. I have found her to be extremely... more

Endorsement from lawyer: Travis West , Madison (WI), 6 months ago
Sverre David Roang

I endorse this lawyer's work wholeheartedly and unequivocally. Mindi is a great lawyer and a great person.

Endorsement from lawyer: Sverre Roang , 10 months ago
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Résumé

Licenses
  • 9 years since Melinda S. Giftos was first licensed to practice law in FL.
  • 4 years since Melinda S. Giftos was first licensed to practice law in WI.

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We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

Work Experience
Position Duration
Attorney at Whyte Hirschboeck Dudek SC 2008–present
Executive Board Member and Secretary at Avenues to Community 2008–present
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Education
School Major Degree Graduated
U of Florida Juris Doctorate 2000
Florida State University Bachelor of Science 1996

Awards
Award Name Granting Organization Date
Book Award in Intellectual Property Litigation University of Florida Levin College of Law 2008
Book Award in Techniques in Growth Management University of Florida Levin College of Law 1999

Associations
Position Association Name Duration
Member American Intellectual Property Law Association
Member International Trademark Association
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Portfolio

Avvo Answers
Avvo Contribution: Contributor Level 3
Question: What can i do with very little fund's and...
Melinda's answer: You should talk more specifically to a patent attorney. It will take some expenditure on your part... more

Publications
Article Publication Date
Tips for Effectively Using Your Trademarks Credit Union Magazine 2009
Protecting Your Brand Credit Union Magazine 2008
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Cases
Title:
Defamation action
Practice Area:
Intellectual Property
Outcome:
Permanent Injunctive Relief Granted
Description:
Obtained permanent injunction against plaintiff for defamatory conduct via letters, e-mails and internet forums.

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Speaking Engagements
Speaking Engagement Name Conference Date
Intellectual Property Enforcement in a Difficult Economy Intellectual Property Breakfast Series 2009
IP Considerations in Taking Business Online Achieving Dot.Com Status 2000
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