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Barbara I. Berschler
also known as IP BerschlerLaw
About Barbara
Biography
I have been advising business clients since 1985 in the Washington, D.C., metropolitan area. My practice areas are general business and intellectual property.
I can advise you about and/or prepare many kinds of contracts such as: operating and shareholder agreements, sale of business agreements, licenses, commercial leases, franchise agreements, confidentiality agreements, independent contractor agreements. I can help you to reach important business decisions by offering an objective perspective and years of experience.
In the intellectual property area, I can work with you on the creation and protection of your valuable assets. Whether the subject matter concerns copyright or trademark registration, license negotiations, publishing agreements, or website and software protection, I am going to listen to your concerns and work to accomplish your objectives.
Additonally, I offer Registered Agent services for entities in the State of Maryland.
The bottom line is that I enjoy working with each of my clients to solve their legal issues and to help their businesses thrive.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Business
35%
44 years
Copyright Application
25%
22 years
Trademark Application
25%
22 years
Contracts and Agreements
15%
44 years
Fees and Rates
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in Maryland for 41 years
State: Maryland
Acquired: 1984
No misconduct found
Licensed in District of Columbia for 46 years
State: District of Columbia
Acquired: 1979
No misconduct found
Licensed in Pennsylvania for 49 years
State: Pennsylvania
Acquired: 1976
No misconduct found
Location
Law Office of Barbara I. Berschler
11140 Rockville Pike, Suite 400, Rockville, MD, 20852
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Barbara I. Berschler's Reviews
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Posted by David | April 16, 2020 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Highly Recommend
Barbara came recommended after inexperienced council attempted to handle my intellectual property case. With tight deadlines and negotiations to be made, Barbara's experience, knowledge and efficiency provided a favorable outcome on my behalf. I highly recommend the Law Office of Barbara Berschler.
Posted by Roberta | May 23, 2017 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
My Small Biz Attorney for 30 Years
Barbara gtew up in a small buz household. She knows the ins and outs, ups and downs. She has decisive advice based on years of experience. She brings issues to your attention that you would not have otherwise consider. I trust her completely.
Posted by David | February 12, 2015
Excellent Support in making Franchise Purchase Decision
Barbara helped me to review my Franchise Disclosure Document and accompanying Franchise Agreement for a Franchise I am acquiring. She was most professional and knowledgeable of the issues I should be aware of and planning for. Barbara has a great understanding of issues you should focus on as a Fra...
Posted by Becky | January 28, 2015
Thorough counsel for intellectual property
Barbara is extremely thorough and patient. She takes the time to listen to your questions and responds efficiently, with succinct and knowledgeable information.
Posted by Jen | January 10, 2015
Counseled by Barbara in a franchise purchase decision
Barbara is helping me in the purchase of a franchise. She is very pointed, responsive and accessible. She tells you what you need to hear and know, not what you want to hear. She is very timely in her responses, and sensitive to the needs of small businesses, including sole proprietors. She provi...
Barbara I. Berschler's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this attorney, whose reputation and credentials speak for themselves."
"Excellent, very smart attorney. Ms. Berschler demonstrates the insight to see the solution to a legal problem, and the talent to turn that insight into legal advice that her clients can use right away. I happily endorse this lawyer."
"Attorney Berschler offers excellent legal insights and is an asset to this community. Without reservation, I endorse this lawyer."
"I have read many of Ms. Berschler's answers and have found them to be consistently accurate and helpful. She is a very knowledgeable and experienced attorney."
"The answers of Ms. Berschler are consistently accurate, analytic and customized to the needs of the Avvo askers. These are exactly the qualities that every client would look for when hiring an attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Berschler is competent and knowledgeable in her areas of practice."
"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Berschler has showed a thorough expertise in IP law through her answers to questions on this site."
"I heartily endorse Barbara Berschler. I have known her for over a decade, and have consulted with her when I have had legal questions that I could not answer that involved her areas of expertise. I have found Ms Berschler to be consistently knowledgeable, insightful and very professional. I endorse her without reservation."
"This attorney has great determination and drive. I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Berschler is an outstanding attorney. I highly recommend her legal services."
"I have referred several clients to Barbara for intellectual property work and she handled their matters capably, successfully and timely."
"I've interacted with Barbara on several occasions and find her to be a great resource and a sharp mind on IP issues."
"I endorse this lawyer. She says it as it is, and gets right to the punch. Barbara will frankly explain the situtation and won't dwell on meaningless details."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Barbara is an excellent lawyer. She is very careful, diligent and analytical. Barbara tries her utmost to solve her clients' problems and will seek the advice of other experienced lawyers if and when necessary. She does not shoot from the hip and is loyal to her clients. I recommend her highly."
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Experience
Honors
2003
Brinks Hofer Gilson Award in Intellectual Property, Washington College of Law
Work Experience
2016 - Present
Principal, Law Office of Barbara I. Berschler
2009 - 2016
Partner, Press & Dozier, LLC
1996 - 2000
Of Counsel, Ammerman & Goldberg Bankruptcy Law Office
1991 - 1994
Of Counsel, Kaufmann & Associates
1985 - 1986
Associate, Baller Herbst Law Group, P.C.
Associations
2010 - Present
Maryland State Bar AssociationMember
2011 - 2014
MD Governor's Commission on Small BusinessCommission Member
2010 - 2017
Montgomery County Sign Review BoardMember
2008 - 2010
Rockville Chamber of CommerceBoard Member
2008 - 2009
Rockville, Maryland Sesquicentennial Citizens Task ForceMember
2003 - 2010
District of Columbia Bar, Intellectual Property Law SectionCo-chair
1984 - 2017
Montgomery County Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Intellectual Property Contract Matter
Company appears to be willing to adopt the clearer description as to who will own what of the IP.
Education
2003
American University, Washington College of Law
LL.M - Master of Laws
1976
Temple University - James E. Beasley School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
Speaking Engagements
2015
First Annual Landlord-Tenant Law Seminar
Commcerial Leases
2014
Legal issues in Franchising
Franchising
2014
Introduction to Intellectual Property
Intellectual Property, What the Business Owner Needs to Know
2014
DesignDC 2014
Copyright and Architects
2007
Rockville Economic Development, Inc.
Intellectual Property Basics for Copyright, Trademark and Trade Secrets
Publications
2008
Smart Business Ideas
What Are You Doing to Protect Your Trade Secrets?
2007
Smart Business Ideas
Who Owns Your Intellectual Property?
2004
Legal Times, IP Supplement
Deal on Distance Learning Still Faces Pro-License Pressures
1996
Magazine of the Greater Washington Society of Assoc. Executives
Patience and Careful Eye Needed in Negotiating Office Space
1995
Newletter of the Maryland Retail Merchants Association
Don't Let Your Franchise Agreement and Lease Conflict
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
I would like to sue someone but i don't how to proceed exactly ? and what is my case called
24 Feb 2021
Q&A
Can I get in trouble drawing a Disney or cartoon character?
17 Apr 2020
Q&A
Can you quote a song?
17 Apr 2020