Derek A Hawkins

Derek A Hawkins

4.8
Rating: 8.4

Licensed for 11 years

Trademark application Lawyer at Milwaukee, WI
Practice Areas: Trademark Application, Trademark Infringement, Intellectual Property

757 North Water Street, Suite 300, Milwaukee, WI

About Derek

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Trademark Application 60%

Trademark Applications, Trademark Maintenance, Trademark Enforcement, Trademark Searches, Madrid Protocol Applications, TTAB Practice, Opposition & Cancellation Proceedings, Trademark Infringement

60%
Trademark Infringement 20%

Cease & Desist Letters, Enforcement

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 15 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 300-300 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Wisconsin for 11 years

State: Wisconsin

Acquired: 2014

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Hawkins IP

757 North Water Street, Suite 300, Milwaukee, WI, 53202

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Derek A Hawkins's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.8 /5.0

6 Client Reviews

Derek A Hawkins's Lawyer Endorsements

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Alex Eichhorn

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jun 24

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Derek is a dedicated and experienced attorney. He will work hard to solve your problems and fight for your rights."

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Robert Arthur

Business lawyer | May 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Derek is an excellent lawyer. I've known him since law school, and we've stayed in contact after we graduated and started our own law firms. He is a passionate advocate, focused on problem solving, and knowledgeable in the law. I recommend him without hesitation."

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Daniel Guido

Business lawyer | Apr 22

Relationship: Friend

"Derek is smart, client-oriented, sensible, and hard working. He has the highest of ethics and expertise in his practice areas but also has the compassion and empathy necessary to help and understand client needs."

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David Katzman

Contracts and agreements lawyer | May 20

Relationship: Friend

"Derek is the prototypical attorney that all clients praise and are thankful to be represented by. Mr. Hawkins puts his heart into his work and truly cares about his clients as demonstrated by his work ethic and his drive to be the best attorney he can be at all times in representing his clients' interests. I absolutely endorse this lawyer."

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Patrick Ritter

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 24

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I enthusiastically endorse Attorney Hawkins. His ability to get great results for his clients stems from his tireless work ethic and his excellent grasp of the law. On top of that, Derek is a great person who can easily relate to anyone."

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Naveed Husain

Contracts and agreements lawyer | Oct 23

Relationship: Friend

"I went to law school with Derek and have seen his ability to write and analyze problems first hand. I would recommend Derek without hesitation."

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Experience

Rating:  8.4 (Excellent)

Honors

2017

Special Recognition For Outstanding Volunteer Service, Wisconsin Women's Business Initiative Corporation

Work Experience

2015 - Present

Writer - Case Digests, Wisconsin Law Journal

2014 - Present

Principal, Hawkins IP

2015 - 2016

Corporate General Counsel, Markable

Associations

2017 - Present

TBEY Arts Center

Board Member - Marketing Committee

2017 - Present

Milwaukee Repertory Theater

Advisory Board Member

2016 - Present

American Bar Association, Intellectual Property Section

Member

2015 - Present

Center for Teaching Entrepreneurship

Board of Directors

2014 - Present

Milwaukee Bar Association

Member

2014 - Present

State Bar of Wisconsin, Young Lawyers Division

Member

2014 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

2014 - Present

Wisconsin Association of African-American Lawyers

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

SIMPLYMERIT, US. REG. NO. 5410062

Trademark Registered

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Education

2013

Justus-Liebig-Universitat Giessen Fachbereich Rechtswissenschaft

Certificate of Completion

2013

Marquette University Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

2010

Messiah College

BS - Bachelor of Science

2008

City University of Seattle

Certificate of Completion

Speaking Engagements

2015

I Can Be My Own Boss Workshop

Creating an LLC For Your Business

2014

Choose Law Program

Encouraging Young Students to Consider a Career in Legal Profession

Publications

2018

Wisconsin Law Journal Writer - Case Digests at Wisconsin Law Journal

2017

Wisconsin Law Journal Writer - Case Digests at Wisconsin Law Journal

2016

Wisconsin Law Journal Writer - Case Digests at Wisconsin Law Journal

2015

Wisconsin Law Journal Writer - Case Digests at Wisconsin Law Journal

2014

Wisconsin Law Journal Writer - Case Digests at Wisconsin Law Journal

2013

Marquette Intellectual Property Law Review Editor and Contributor - Marquette Intellectual Property Law Review

2012

Marquette Intellectual Property Law Review Editor and Contributor - Marquette Intellectual Property Law Review

Languages

English

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