Bernard Samuel Klosowski Jr.

Bernard Samuel Klosowski Jr.

also known as Ben, Klosowski Law LLC

5.0
Rating: 7.5

Licensed for 26 years

Patent application Lawyer at Greenville, SC
Practice Areas: Patent Application, Trademark Application, Trademark Infringement ... +9 more

220 N. Main Street, Suite 500 (by appointment), Greenville, SC

About Bernard

Biography

Practice Areas

12

Practice Areas

Patent Application 50%

Intellectual property litigation in state and federal courts, including the U.S. Trademark Trial and Appeal Board; U.S. and foreign patent prosecution in the mechanical, computer, and electro-mechanical arts; patent validity and infringement opinions and other forms of intellectual property opinions and licensing; and U.S. and foreign trademark prosecution. Related internet and business transactions.

26 years

50%
Trademark Application 25%

Intellectual property litigation in state and federal courts, including the U.S. Trademark Trial and Appeal Board; U.S. and foreign patent prosecution in the mechanical, computer, and electro-mechanical arts; patent validity and infringement opinions and other forms of intellectual property opinions and licensing; and U.S. and foreign trademark prosecution. Related internet and business transactions.

26 years

25%
Trademark Infringement 5%

Intellectual property litigation in state and federal courts, including the U.S. Trademark Trial and Appeal Board; U.S. and foreign patent prosecution in the mechanical, computer, and electro-mechanical arts; patent validity and infringement opinions and other forms of intellectual property opinions and licensing; and U.S. and foreign trademark prosecution. Related internet and business transactions.

26 years

5%
Business 4%

Intellectual property litigation in state and federal courts, including the U.S. Trademark Trial and Appeal Board; U.S. and foreign patent prosecution in the mechanical, computer, and electro-mechanical arts; patent validity and infringement opinions and other forms of intellectual property opinions and licensing; and U.S. and foreign trademark prosecution. Related internet and business transactions.

26 years

4%
Copyright Application 3%

Intellectual property litigation in state and federal courts, including the U.S. Trademark Trial and Appeal Board; U.S. and foreign patent prosecution in the mechanical, computer, and electro-mechanical arts; patent validity and infringement opinions and other forms of intellectual property opinions and licensing; and U.S. and foreign trademark prosecution.

26 years

3%
Internet 3%

Intellectual property litigation in state and federal courts, including the U.S. Trademark Trial and Appeal Board; U.S. and foreign patent prosecution in the mechanical, computer, and electro-mechanical arts; patent validity and infringement opinions and other forms of intellectual property opinions and licensing; and U.S. and foreign trademark prosecution. Related internet and business transactions.

26 years

3%
Patent Infringement 3%

Intellectual property litigation in state and federal courts, including the U.S. Trademark Trial and Appeal Board; U.S. and foreign patent prosecution in the mechanical, computer, and electro-mechanical arts; patent validity and infringement opinions and other forms of intellectual property opinions and licensing; and U.S. and foreign trademark prosecution. Related internet and business transactions.

26 years

3%
Antitrust and Trade Law 1%

Intellectual property litigation in state and federal courts, including the U.S. Trademark Trial and Appeal Board; U.S. and foreign patent prosecution in the mechanical, computer, and electro-mechanical arts; patent validity and infringement opinions and other forms of intellectual property opinions and licensing; and U.S. and foreign trademark prosecution. Related internet and business transactions.

26 years

1%
Copyright Infringement 1%

Intellectual property litigation in state and federal courts, including the U.S. Trademark Trial and Appeal Board; U.S. and foreign patent prosecution in the mechanical, computer, and electro-mechanical arts; patent validity and infringement opinions and other forms of intellectual property opinions and licensing; and U.S. and foreign trademark prosecution.Related internet and business transactions.

26 years

1%
Entertainment 1%

Intellectual property litigation in state and federal courts, including the U.S. Trademark Trial and Appeal Board; U.S. and foreign patent prosecution in the mechanical, computer, and electro-mechanical arts; patent validity and infringement opinions and other forms of intellectual property opinions and licensing; and U.S. and foreign trademark prosecution. Related internet and business transactions.

26 years

1%
Intellectual Property 1%

Intellectual property litigation in state and federal courts, including the U.S. Trademark Trial and Appeal Board; U.S. and foreign patent prosecution in the mechanical, computer, and electro-mechanical arts; patent validity and infringement opinions and other forms of intellectual property opinions and licensing; and U.S. and foreign trademark prosecution. Related internet and business transactions.

26 years

1%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in South Carolina for 24 years

State: South Carolina

Acquired: 2001

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in District of Columbia for 25 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 2000

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Maryland for 26 years

State: Maryland

Acquired: 1999

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Thrive IP

220 N. Main Street, Suite 500 (by appointment), Greenville, SC, 29601

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Bernard Samuel Klosowski Jr.'s Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

5 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | April 14, 2015

Ben gave me great legal advice...

He is very knowledgeable with Trademark/civil business laws. He went above and beyond to provide me with advice on my legal situation. I highly recommend him.

Posted by Ann | December 23, 2009

Great Attorney!

Bernie and his firm are very thorough and responsive to our needs. Great working relationship and I am confident with his advice!

Posted by Brenda Baker | October 27, 2009

General overview of our association's experience as clients of Bernard Klosowski

A year ago this past August a law suit was filed against us by two co Plantiffs. We engaged Bernie to defend us and also to represent us in a counter suit. Bernie has done an outstanding job of representing our association in this litigation. During the past year I have had numerous opportunities ...to talk and meet with Bernie and to read the documents he has filed on our behalf and his communications with opposing counsel. I have been extremely impressed with Bernie's knowledge and insight as to how best to address unexpected actions from the opposition during the course of this lawsuit. He keeps us abreast of all developments and explains the possible outcome potential for each option available to us when decisions must be made on a course of action. Bernie's strategy when communicating with opposing counsel is to always seek resolution. He makes every effort to balance protecting our interest while preserving our resources. He is attentive to every detail and leaves no stone unturned when it comes to seeking ways to either resolve issues with the opposition or find every means possible to defend us as his client. Because we have learned that we can rely on Bernie's knowledge and experience, we have on a number of occasions sought his advice on items and content we were contemplating for our website and other communications. He has been a valuable and trusted resource. It is reassuring to have Bernie on our side.

Posted by anonymous | October 27, 2009

Satisfied Patent Client

Mr. Klosowski has been excellent in his representation, involving the provisional patent application for my invention. He consistently provided clear and understandable advice to help me make decisions in a confusing situation.

Posted by Alan | October 27, 2009

client

Mr. Klosowski has represented my association on a trademark case. He has been extremely knowledgeable and diligent. He has kept me informed, and been assertive in his representation. We are pleased with his representation on our behalf.

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Bernard Samuel Klosowski Jr.'s Lawyer Endorsements

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John O'Brien

Business lawyer | Jun 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community, I wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone looking for a lawyer who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of his clients and getting them the most favorable result possible."

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Robert Porter

Patent application lawyer | Nov 03

Relationship: Other

"Bernie is a trusted counselor and advisor. Bernie has provided valuable patent advice to me and friends that I have referred to him. He is a pragmatic lawyer who focuses on solving problems and addressing issues before they become problems. Bernie is a true friend, an excellent attorney and a valuable asset to any team. I endorse Bernie's work."

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Experience

Rating:  7.5 (Very Good)

Honors

N/A

3 Navy Achievement Medals, United States Navy

N/A

Joint Service Achievement Medal, Joint Chiefs of Staff

N/A

Joint Service Commendation Medal, Joint Chiefs of Staff

Work Experience

2014 - Present

Member, Intellectual Property Attorney, Thrive IP

2014 - Present

Owner-Member, Klosowski Law LLC

2007 - 2014

Shareholder and IP Practice Group Leader, General Practice Law Office

2000 - 2007

Partner, Boutique IP law firm

1998 - 2000

Computer Systems Program Manager, DRS

1994 - 1998

Electro-optics Program Manager and Engineering Center Manager, SEMCOR

1986 - 2006

Naval Flight Officer, U. S. Navy, active and Reserves

Associations

2018 - Present

Association of Intellectual Property Firms

Patent Litigation Committee

2000 - Present

American Intellectual Property Law Association

Patent litigation committee member; Mentor to new IP attorneys

2000 - Present

Carolina Patent, Copyright, and Trademark Law Association

2007 - 2009

United States Naval Academy Alumni Association

Past President, Palmetto Chapter

Sample of Legal Cases

Civil Action No. 2:12-cv-02568-DCN

Settled

Scurmont LLC v. Firehouse Restaurant Group, Inc. et al.

For Scurmont LLC

Rogerson Technology Inc. v. Oxy2Go LLC

Negotiated settlement

Southeast Sanctions, Inc., et al. v. National Association for Campus Activities, et al.

Confidential Pretrial Settlement

Easy Gardener Products Inc. v. Greenscapes Home and Garden Products Inc.

Confidential Settlement

MALVERN CAPITAL PARTNERS I, LLC, v. DYNAMIC ENERGY SYSTEMS, LLC, et al.

Pending

Carolina Waterworks Inc v Taylor Made Group LLC et al

Settled

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Education

1998

University of Baltimore School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor with Honors

1994

U.S. Naval War College

Certificate with Honors

1986

United States Naval Academy

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2017

South Carolina Business & Research Mission to Israel

South Carolina-Israel Collaboration

2015

The Lawyer’s Swiss Army Knife Part I: Tools for Advising the Small Business Owner or Start-up: Intellectual Property Issues in Employment Agreements

2015

Starting Your Medical Device Company – Designing, Developing and Prototyping The IP Strategy - Think Around the Box

2009

Visiting Lecturer, University of West Florida

Copyleft, Mashup and Other Cutting Edge IP Issues

2009

April 16, 2009 Radio Interview Capitalizing on Intellectual Property Rights

2008

Intellectual Property and Your Business, Florence Country Club

Intellectual Property and Your Business

Publications

2017

South Carolina Business Review - South Carolina Public Radio Is Your Company's Knowledge Protected?

2014

2013

Law Firm Blog Intellectual Property Blog

2013

Bloomberg Patent, Trademark & Copyright Journal quoted in "Practitioners: Lose 'Loser Pays'"

2011

Bloomberg Law Reports Why Is the U.S. Attempting to Mirror the Sickly European Patent System?

2010

Intellectual Property Law360 Patents And Collectivism: Snowballs In Hades?

2009

IP360 & The Journal of Finance and Accounting Capitalizing on Your Intellectual Property in An Uncertain Economy

2009

IP360 Patent Litigation: The Sport of Kings, and Microsoft Corp.

Languages

German

English

Activity

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