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Joel Benjamin Rothman
About Joel
Biography
Patents, trademarks and copyrights are my specialty.
I am Board Certified in Intellectual Property by the Florida Bar. If you need assistance with litigation involving patents, trademarks, copyrights, trade secrets, rights of publicity or employment matters, please let me know how I can help you.
Practice Areas
6
Practice Areas
Copyright Infringement
20%
31 years | 200 cases
Intellectual Property
20%
31 years | 300 cases
Patent Infringement
20%
31 years | 50 cases
Trademark Infringement
20%
31 years | 100 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Contingency
20%-40%
Retainer
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in Washington for 5 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 2021
No misconduct found
Licensed in Georgia for 9 years
State: Georgia
Acquired: 2017
No misconduct found
Licensed in Florida for 29 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 1996
No misconduct found
Licensed in New York for 34 years
State: New York
Acquired: 1992
No misconduct found
Licensed in New Jersey for 34 years
State: New Jersey
Acquired: 1991
No misconduct found
Location
SRIPLAW PLLC
21301 Powerline Road, Suite 100, Boca Raton, FL, 33433
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Practice Areas
Lawsuits & Disputes (30)
Intellectual Property (18)
Copyright Infringement (17)
Business (5)
Litigation (5)
Trademark Infringement (5)
Employment & Labor (3)
Patent Infringement (3)
Appeals (2)
Bankruptcy & Debt (2)
Contracts & Agreements (2)
Ethics & Professional Responsibility (2)
Mediation (2)
Real Estate (2)
Class Action (1)
Insurance (1)
Licensing (1)
Securities & Investment Fraud (1)
Wrongful Termination (1)
What Clients Mention
Showing 1 - 5 of 11 reviews | Communication Style
Posted by anonymous | June 25, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Zero Client Communication and Feedback
I used this firm for a time and I never once spoke to Joel Rothman, which was already a red flag. They never communicated anything with my cases, and filed to withdraw cases without my consent or even asking. If you want a firm that does whatever they want without any feedback and without taking your...
Posted by Wayne | August 23, 2021 | Hired Attorney
Knowledgeable, professional. Great experience
Great experience. Mr. Rothman and his team are knowledgeable and was able to break down things in easy to understand terms for things I had questions on. Team is working on multiple things. Communication has been excellent, along with the turn around time.
Posted by Joe | February 14, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Joel and staff are GREAT
I have used their services many times and they are wonderful. They keep me up to date on my cases and answer all questions. I would and have recommend them.
Posted by Mike | January 17, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Patent Infringement
We 100% Trust Joel Rothman
Joel recently helped my small business in a patent case. We were being sued by a patent troll with a ridiculous patent (essentially on any type of e-commerce process that uses a database). Joel's counter arguments to the patent were used to win another case, which subsequently caused our case to be d...
Posted by Truman | June 09, 2015 | Trademark Infringement
Knowledgeable Lawyer
We just hired Joel to help in a trademark infringement case in May, 2015. Joel worked for us with his professional knowledge and we suffered no loss in the end. It took less time and legal fee than we have expected to get the case settled. Joel is also responsive and very patient to help explain the ...
Joel Benjamin Rothman's Lawyer Endorsements
"I have known Joel Rothman for several years and have had the opportunity to refer clients to him. Joel has a firm grasp of intellectual property law, but even more importantly, he is a fine litigation attorney who can operate strategically to achieve favorable results for his clients. I can recommend Joel without hesitation."
"I endorse this lawyer. Joel has been a true professional in all my dealings with him, intelligent, ethical and courteous. I have no hesitation turning to him for his counsel or forwarding clients in need of his specialities."
"Mr. Rothman has been nothing but a pleasure to work with. Mr. Rothman is known in our office as "the fountain of knowledge" because there is not much Mr. Rothman does not know. Mr. Rothman is highly skilled and a true expert in intellectual property law."
"Joel is a fantastic lawyer and a good friend. I have had the privilege of working with him on several matters. In each case, we were able to obtain amazing results for our clients, and Joel was primarily responsible for those results . I highly recommend Joel!"
"I endorse this lawyer. Joel is a dedicated, creative and intelligent attorney. We have worked together on a few matters and I am always impressed by his insight and passion. Clients who choose Joel are in the best of hands."
"I have known Joel for many years and have opportunities to observe his professionalism and passion for his chosen area of practice. Joel is extremely knowledgeable and dedicated to his clients in all respects. Joel is the go to guy! I endorse this lawyer."
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"I have the true pleasure of working with Joel on several matters. Joel is knowledgable, dedicated, and an exceptionally strong advocate for his client's rights. I would be honored and would welcome the opportunity to work with Joel in the future."
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Experience
Honors
2013
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2013
Best Lawyer, Information Technology Law, Best Lawyers in America
2013
Best Lawyer, FDA Law, Best Lawyers in America
2013
Board Certified - Intellectual Property Law, Florida Bar Board of Legal Specialization and Education
2012
Board Certified - Intellectual Property Law, Florida Bar Board of Legal Specialization and Education
2012
Top Lawyer Intellectual Property, South Florida Legal Guide
2012
AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
2012
Best Lawyer Information Technology Law, Best Lawyers in America
2012
Best Lawyer FDA Law, Best Lawyers in America
2011
Board Certified - Intellectual Property Law, Florida Bar Board of Legal Specialization and Education
2011
Top Lawyer Intellectual Property, South Florida Legal Guide
2011
AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
2011
Best Lawyer Information Technology Law, Best Lawyers in America
2011
Best Lawyer FDA Law, Best Lawyers in America
2010
Your Honor Award, Legal Marketing Association - Southeast Chapter
2010
Top Lawyer - Intellectual Property, South Florida Legal Guide
2010
Board Certified - Intellectual Property Law, Florida Bar Board of Legal Specialization and Education
2010
Best Lawyers: Information Technology Law, Best Lawyers in America
2010
Best Lawyer-FDA Law, Best Lawyers in America
2010
AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
2009
AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
2009
Best Lawyers: Information Technology Law, Best Lawyers in America
2009
Best Lawyers: FDA Law, Best Lawyers in America
2009
Board Certified - Intellectual Property Law, Florida Bar Board of Legal Specialization and Education
2008
Best Lawyers: FDA Law, Best Lawyers in America
2008
Best Lawyers: Information Technology Law, Best Lawyers in America
2008
AV Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2007
Best Lawyers: Information Technology Law, Best Lawyers in America
1988
Shields McIllwaine Award, Best Student Poem, University at Albany, SUNY
Work Experience
2012 - Present
Partner, Schneider Rothman IP Law Group
2018 - 2018
Adjunct Professor, Emory Law School
2009 - 2012
Partner, Arnstein & Lehr, LLP
2006 - 2009
Partner, Seiden, Alder, Matthewman & Bloch, P.A.
2004 - 2006
Associate, Rutherford Mulhall, P.A.
2002 - 2004
President and General Counsel, Cylant, Inc.
1998 - 2001
Shareholder, Seiden, Alder, Rothman, Petosa & Matthewman, P.A.
1997 - 1998
Associate, Stephens, Lynn, Klein, Et Al.
1994 - 1997
Assistant District Attorney, Bronx District Attorney's Office
1991 - 1994
Associate, Wilner & Associates, P.C.
1990 - 1990
Summer Associate, Borkson, Simon & Moskowitz, PA
1989 - 1989
Intern, Citigroup, Inc.
1988 - 1988
Intern, The Bank Of New York
Associations
2011 - Present
Copyright Society of the U.S.A.Member
2005 - Present
American Intellectual Property Law AssociationMember
2002 - Present
Florida Bar, Business Law Section, Intellectual Property CommitteeMember
2001 - Present
Florida Bar, Business Law Section Executive CouncilBoard Member
1998 - Present
Florida Bar, Business Law Section, Computer & Technology Law CommitteeMember
1997 - Present
Palm Beach County Bar AssociationMember
2009 - 2011
Florida Bar, Business Law Section, Intellectual Property CommitteeChair
2007 - 2009
American Herbal Products AssociationMember
2006 - 2010
International Trademark AssociationMember
2006 - 2007
Food and Drug Law InstituteMember
2006 - 2008
Natural Products AssociationMember
2001 - 2003
Florida Bar, Business Law Section, Computer & Technology Law CommitteeChair
Sample of Legal Cases
Trademark Application: PetAlive
Trademark Application: THE FRUGAL FLORIST
Trademark Application: KIDNEY ASSIST
Trademark Application: VITALRENEW
Trademark Application: XENTROPIN
Trademark Application: NATIVE REMEDIES
Trademark Application: Myoguard
RENAISSANCE HEALTH v. RESVERATROL PARTNERS
Reversed and remanded
Trademark Application: ISOPREX
Trademark Application: FIREBALL
Trademark Application: NS
Trademark Application: BAM BAGS
Trademark Application: RETINGUARD
Trademark Application: CALREMEDY
Trademark Application: Valid Secure System Authentication (VSSA)
Trademark Application: ZIPPURSE
Klein-Becker IP Holdings, LLC v. Fitzgerald Williams
Domain transferred
Trademark Application: DIALYSIST
Zoller IP Holdings, LLC v. Domain Explorer
Domain transferred
Klein-Becker IP Holdings, LLC v. muscledrive
Domain transferred
Western Holdings, LLC v. RegisterFly.com
Domain transferred
Klein-Becker IP Holdings, LLC v. Vitamins-etc.com
Domain transferred
Klein-Becker IP Holdings LLC v. Dan Grigor
Domain transferred
Zoller IP Holdings, LLC v. Domain Admin
Domain transferred
Trademark Application: MEDICALLY DIRECTED VITAMINS & SUPPLEMENTS
Trademark Application: ANTIOXIDANTBALANCE
Trademark Application: STATINGUARD
Trademark Application: CYLANT
Trademark Application: CYLANTSECURE
Education
1991
Yeshiva University, Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor, with honors
1988
State University of New York, Albany
BA - Bachelor of Arts, magna cum laude
Speaking Engagements
2010
Practicing Legal Ethics in the Electronic Law Office
Recognizing Ethical Issues in Internet Communications
2008
Electronic Everything
Electronic Discovery
2008
E-Discovery: An A to Z Workshop
Electronic Discovery
Publications
2010
2009
The Apps Law Blog
The Apps Law Blog
2009
Arnstein & Lehr Intellectual Property Law Newsletter Winter 2009
Arnstein & Lehr Intellectual Property Law Newsletter
2009
Arnstein & Lehr LLP Intellectual Property Newsletter - Summer 2009
Arnstein & Lehr LLP Intellectual Property Newsletter - Summer 2009
2008
The Nutritional and Dietary Supplement Law Blog
Dietary supplement law
2008
Florida E-Discovery Blog
Electronic discovery law
2002
Daily Business Review
Instant Messaging May not be Worth the Trouble
2001
CIO Magazine
Ask the Expert: Policing Privacy
2001
Daily Business Review
The rap on wraps: Consent in the Internet age
2001
Daily Business Review
Hacked. Sued. Avoiding the privacy double whammy,
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
What should I (a minor) do. An adult sent me nude pictures. Should I go to the police and how?
30 Dec 2018
Q&A
Can I reuse trademark specimen files for renewing my trademark?
10 Jun 2017
Q&A
Does a mark featured on the Kickstarter crowdfunding site qualify as evidence that the mark is being used in commerce?
01 May 2015