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Lee Palmateer

Intellectual property Attorney at Albany, NY

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  • State Years
    New York - NY 27 years
    Massachusetts - MA 27 years
  • Licensed for 27 years
    State NY
    Acquired 1996
    Status
    Currently Registered No misconduct found
  • Licensed for 27 years
    State MA
    Acquired 1996
    Status
    Inactive No misconduct found

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A Talented and Tireless Litigator
Kelley
Couldn't be happier!
Patricia
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About Lee

Learn Lee’s areas of practice.

5
Practice areas
  1. Intellectual property
    25%
    Patents, trademarks, copyrights, trade secrets, unfair competition, litigation, enforcement, licenses, assignments, contracts, tech transfer, r&d agreements, computer software agreements, confidentiality and non-disclosure agreements, non-infringement opinions, clearance opinions, patentability opinions, freedom to operate opinions, internet law, mediation and arbitration - upstate New York’s only panelist on the Internat’l Trademark Ass’n ("INTA") Panel of Neutrals

    27 years, 1,000 cases

  2. Copyright infringement
    15%
    Patents, trademarks, copyrights, trade secrets, unfair competition, litigation, enforcement, licenses, assignments, contracts, tech transfer, r&d agreements, computer software agreements, confidentiality and non-disclosure agreements, non-infringement opinions, clearance opinions, patentability opinions, freedom to operate opinions, internet law, mediation and arbitration - upstate New York’s only panelist on the Internat’l Trademark Ass’n ("INTA") Panel of Neutrals

    27 years, 25 cases

  3. Licensing
    15%
    Patents, trademarks, copyrights, trade secrets, unfair competition, litigation, enforcement, licenses, assignments, contracts, tech transfer, r&d agreements, computer software agreements, confidentiality and non-disclosure agreements, non-infringement opinions, clearance opinions, patentability opinions, freedom to operate opinions, internet law, mediation and arbitration - upstate New York’s only panelist on the Internat’l Trademark Ass’n ("INTA") Panel of Neutrals

    27 years, 100 cases

  4. Patent infringement
    15%
    Patents, trademarks, copyrights, trade secrets, unfair competition, litigation, enforcement, licenses, assignments, contracts, tech transfer, r&d agreements, computer software agreements, confidentiality and non-disclosure agreements, non-infringement opinions, clearance opinions, patentability opinions, freedom to operate opinions, internet law, mediation and arbitration - upstate New York’s only panelist on the Internat’l Trademark Ass’n ("INTA") Panel of Neutrals

    27 years, 25 cases

  5. Trademark infringement
    15%
    Patents, trademarks, copyrights, trade secrets, unfair competition, litigation, enforcement, licenses, assignments, contracts, tech transfer, r&d agreements, computer software agreements, confidentiality and non-disclosure agreements, non-infringement opinions, clearance opinions, patentability opinions, freedom to operate opinions, internet law, mediation and arbitration - upstate New York’s only panelist on the Internat’l Trademark Ass’n ("INTA") Panel of Neutrals

    27 years, 25 cases

  6. Patent application
    5%
    Patents, trademarks, copyrights, trade secrets, unfair competition, litigation, enforcement, licenses, assignments, contracts, tech transfer, r&d agreements, computer software agreements, confidentiality and non-disclosure agreements, non-infringement opinions, clearance opinions, patentability opinions, freedom to operate opinions, internet law, mediation and arbitration - upstate New York’s only panelist on the Internat’l Trademark Ass’n ("INTA") Panel of Neutrals

    27 years

  7. Trademark application
    5%
    Patents, trademarks, copyrights, trade secrets, unfair competition, litigation, enforcement, licenses, assignments, contracts, tech transfer, r&d agreements, computer software agreements, confidentiality and non-disclosure agreements, non-infringement opinions, clearance opinions, patentability opinions, freedom to operate opinions, internet law, mediation and arbitration - upstate New York’s only panelist on the Internat’l Trademark Ass’n ("INTA") Panel of Neutrals

    27 years, 150 cases

  8. Copyright application
    2%
    Patents, trademarks, copyrights, trade secrets, unfair competition, litigation, enforcement, licenses, assignments, contracts, tech transfer, r&d agreements, computer software agreements, confidentiality and non-disclosure agreements, non-infringement opinions, clearance opinions, patentability opinions, freedom to operate opinions, internet law, mediation and arbitration - upstate New York’s only panelist on the Internat’l Trademark Ass’n ("INTA") Panel of Neutrals

    27 years

  9. Libel and slander
    1%

  10. Litigation
    1%

  11. Mediation
    1%

I am intellectual property attorney with more than a decade of experience across the spectrum intellectual property law, including procurement, commercialization, and enforcement.  I also have several years of general practice experience, including corporate, business and civil litigation practice that give me a broader perspective of the legal landscape that intellectual property occupies. I am therefore particularly equipped to advise clients at all phases of IP law, with an understanding of how my advice influences my clients’ rights across the entire spectrum of issues that may be encountered, particularly in the commercialization and enforcement of IP.  I also have finely honed technical-analytical skills stemming from eight years of actual engineering experience with General Electric.   

 

I provide professional service in a professional, yet relaxed atmosphere.  I am available 24/7 and provide highly personal service, forming loyal and lasting relationships.  I care about my clients and take care to familiarize myself with their businesses so I can best provide quality legal counsel. 

 

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Lee Palmateer Law Office LLC
90 State Street
Suite 700
Albany, NY, 12207
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Posted by Kelley | February 25, 2014
A Talented and Tireless Litigator
I recently hired Mr. Palmateer in a Federal trademark dispute case in which I was the defendant. First of all, Lee is very personable and an excellent communicator, which I have found to be qualities lacking in some attorneys. He is diligent about returning phone calls and e-mails and is scrupulously honest in his billing practices. He is, in short, a credit to the legal profession. But don't let Lee's unassuming demeanor fool you, he excels as a litigator. In fact, he is a litigator of uncommon ability and judgment. I have found him to be tenacious in pursuit of his client's best interests, and I would not hesitate to recommend him to someone in need of a seasoned intellectual property attorney. I credit his expertise and hard work for the amicable end to my case.
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Posted by Patricia | June 9, 2011
Couldn't be happier!
I had been sitting on my business trademark for years knowing I need to secure an official trademark but clueless on where to start. I was seriously considering using an online legal filling service but very uncomfortable with the unknowns and completely overwhelmed by the process knowing there was much more that had to be considered. A colleague recommended I contact Lee. It was the best move I could have made. I called his office and he got back to me immediately. He listened very carefully and answered all of my questions to complete satisfaction. In all of our conversations I felt like we were communicating as equals. There was no condescension whatsoever. All of the fees were presented in detail and I completely trust his judgement. He is timely with any follow up issues and clear about deadlines and the consequences in regard to my application for not meeting them. I highly recommend Lee Palmateer and look forward to working with him in the future.
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Posted by Joseph | March 3, 2011
A great patent lawyer!!! Knows what he is doing.
Having Lee Palmateer for our lawyer, was one of the lucky things that have happened to us. Easy to talk to, always returns our phone calls, very attainable. We feel he cares.
Posted by Andrew | March 1, 2011
Ownership of Trademark
I used Lee Palmateer's help in resolving a very serious trademark ownership case. The case was as sensitive as it was serious as it involved family members. Lee's extraordinary research and development of this case produced a body of evidence that was overwhelming in support of our ownership of the mark. The result was an out of court settlement in our favor saving us substantial public discomfort with family members in a court of law. Throughout the entire process Lee's attention to our need to be kept up to speed on a timely basis and his ability to communicate the progress of the case as it pertained to the law was remarkable. Lee's considerable knowledge, work ethic and ability as well as his sensitivity of the situation make it easy for me to recommend his expertise in an intellectual property case.
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AVVO RATING 7.7 (Very Good)

Work Experience

  • Managing Member
  • Lee Palmateer Law Office LLC
  • 2009 - Present
  • Attorney
  • Heslin Rothenberg Farley & Mesiti P.C.
  • 2000 - 2009
  • Attorney
  • Connor, Curran & Schram, P.C.
  • 1997 - 2000
  • Attorney
  • Lacy, Katzen, Ryen & Mittleman, LLP
  • 1995 - 1997
  • Engineer
  • General Electric Company
  • 1984 - 1992
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Education

  • Albany Law School of Union University
  • JD - Juris Doctor
  • N/A
  • Clarkson University
  • BS - Bachelor of Science
  • N/A

Legal Cases

  • Adirondack Cookie Company, Inc. d/b/a Corso's Cookies v. Phenix Gourmet, LLC d/b/a Monaco Baking Company
  • Won motion to dismiss on grounds of lack of subject matter jurisdiction
  • Schonbek Worldwide Lighting Inc. v. Elegant Furiture & Lighting, Inc., Federal District Court, SDNY, Civil Action No. 10-CV-1551
  • Settled
  • Stone v. Lackie, New York State Supreme Court, Greene County, Index No. 10-0221
  • Favorable settlement.
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Associations

  • Albany County Bar Association
  • Member
  • 2010 - Present
  • American Intellectual Property Law Association
  • Member
  • 2010 - Present
  • Center for Economic Growth
  • Local Government Council
  • 2010 - Present
  • Bioconnex
  • Member
  • 2010 - Present
  • Clarkson University Center for Entrepreneurship
  • Vice Chair of Deployment
  • 2009 - Present
  • Clarksion University School of Business
  • Business Leadership Council Member
  • 2008 - Present
  • Licensing Executive Society, Tech Valley Chapter
  • Treasurer
  • 2005 - Present
  • Eastern New York Intellectual Property Lawyers Association
  • Member
  • 2000 - Present
  • New York State Bar Association
  • Member
  • 1996 - Present
  • Greene County Bar Association
  • Member
  • 1997 - 2000
  • American Society of Mechanical Engineers
  • 1982 - 1994
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Languages Spoken

  • English

Honors and Awards

  • AV® Preeminent ™ Peer Review Rated
  • Martindale-Hubbell
  • 2012

Publications

Speaking Engagements

  • State University of New York Small Business Development Center
  • Introduction to Intellectual Property
  • 2012
  • Clarkson University
  • Introduction to Intellectual Property
  • 2011
  • Copyrights for Photographers by Lee Palmateer
  • Copyrights for Photographers
  • 2010
  • Tech Valley Engineering Symposium
  • Intellectual Property
  • 2007
  • Introduction to Intellectual Property
  • Commercialization of Intellectual Property
  • 2007
  • International Intellectual Property
  • International Trademarks
  • 2007
  • An Introduction to Intellectual Property
  • Copyrights and Trademarks
  • 2006
  • Introduction to Intellectual Property Law
  • Trade Secrets, Trademarks and Copyrights
  • 2002
  • Protection and Commercialization of Intellectual Property for Software
  • Copyrights, Trade Secrets and Duty of Loyalty
  • 2001
  • Intellectual Property Law
  • Commercialization of Intellectual Property
  • 2001
  • Intellectual Property
  • Copyrights
  • 2001
  • New York State Continuing Legal Education Seminar
  • Trademarks
  • 2000
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Attorney endorsements

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Timothy Hart
Intellectual property Attorney | Dec 16
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer's work as an Intellectual Property attorney. Lee is an extremely well informed attorney, hard working, and professional in his dealings with both clients and other attorneys. He demonstrates a keen attention to detail and is creative. I would recommend him in the future."
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Ariel Solomon
Litigation Attorney | Aug 16
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer.   Lee is an exceptional Intellectual Property attorney with an astounding aptitude for litigation.   Always a consummate professional, Lee has distinguished his work product as the gold standard of draftsmanship. A quality heralded only by the most experienced of practitioners.  I strongly recommend his services."
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Esra Gules-Guctas
Intellectual property Attorney | Feb 10
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I strongly encourage anyone with intellectual property issues to consult with Lee Palmateer. He is knowledgeable about the law and has an intellectual curiosity and flexibility to look outside the box at legal issues. He is an outstanding attorney who serves as a mentor and role model to other lawyers around the Capital Region. I would highly endorse him without hesitation."
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Tax fraud and tax evasion
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Albany Intellectual property Lawyer Lee Palmateer
Lee Palmateer
Intellectual property Attorney
Albany, NY
Licensed for 27 years
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