Marc Elliot Hankin

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Marc Elliot Hankin

4.3
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 31 years

Intellectual property Lawyer at Los Angeles, CA
Practice Areas: Intellectual Property, Trademark Infringement, Patent Application ... +2 more

11414 Thurston Circle, Los Angeles, CA

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About Marc

Biography

We Protect What You Have in Mind. Consult us for all of your Intellectual Property.

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Intellectual Property 20%

There is nothing in "Intellectual Property" that I have not done, at least once. IP is a catch-all that includes Unfair Competition, Theft of Trade Secrets, Domain Name Disputes, and others cases, in addition to Patents, Trademarks, and Copyrights. I regularly counsel clients, including manufacturers and distributors, in many different industries, including home theater, optical, dental, and medical devices, footwear, garments, jewelry, wine, food, nutraceuticals, and dietary supplements.

37 years | 650 cases

20%
Patent Application 20%

I conduct Prior Art Searches and Patentability Analyses and write Patent Applications in the Chemical, Mechanical, and Electrical Arts, including medical devices, dental devices, shoes, clothing, jewelry, consumer products, Apps., and software.

37 years | 650 cases

20%
Patent Infringement 20%

I have been the First Chair Litigator on a wide variety of intellectual property matters for companies and universities ranging in size from solo inventors to start-ups through the top of the Fortune 500, and every size in between. I have testified at Trial and Deposition several times as an Expert Witness and have served as a Special Assistant Attorney General regarding an Intellectual Property matter.

37 years | 650 cases

20%
Trademark Application 20%

I have been ranked in the Top 1/10 of 1% of Trademark Attorneys in the United States by Patexia Insight. Our law firm has Registered more than 1000 Trademarks and we regularly handle TTAB Oppositions and Cancellations also. Let us protect your Brand.

37 years | 650 cases

20%
Trademark Infringement 20%

I have been the First Chair Litigator on a wide variety of intellectual property matters for companies and universities ranging in size from solo inventors to start-ups through the top of the Fortune 500, and every size in between. I have testified at Trial and Deposition several times as an Expert Witness and have served as a Special Assistant Attorney General regarding an Intellectual Property matter.

37 years | 650 cases

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 20 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 225-725 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Licenses

Licensed in California for 31 years

State: California

Acquired: 1994

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in New Jersey for 31 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 1994

Active

No misconduct found

Location

HPL- Intellectual Property Law

11414 Thurston Circle, Los Angeles, CA, 90049

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HPL- Intellectual Property Law

4299 MacArthur Boulevard, Suite 100, Newport Beach, CA, 92660

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Marc Elliot Hankin's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.3 /5.0

11 Client Reviews

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Posted by Ruben | May 12, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Truly a Super Lawyer

From start to finish of my case Mark treated me as a person, a human being. His precise knowledge of the Law and practice of the law of many years, combined with the years of working in the field, made my case a cakewalk, being settler within a week. I feel of him as a family member who was there fo...r me at the time that everybody ease felt of me as a "Money Bag". He is a Great Lawyer and what is much more important is a "Human" with Capital letter. My Best and Warm Regards, Ruben

Posted by Sid | August 27, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Professional, knowledgeable, responsive

We found ourselves in a bit of a legal bind due to the use of copyrighted images on the internet and were referred to Mr. Marc Hankin by our legal team. After consulting with Marc, we engaged him to represent us in the case. He was very professional, seemed knowledgeable, and was exceptionally respon...sive, even after receiving a retainer fee, which is a rare quality among some attorneys. You know what I'm talking about if you've ever had to dismiss one. Marc oversaw the entire settlement process, stayed in communication with all involved parties, and helped reach a reasonable settlement offer that was satisfactory to everyone. I highly recommend Marc, and although I hope to never find myself in need of his services again, I would hire him in a heartbeat if necessary.

Posted by Staness | March 1, 2015

Marc Hankin is the only attorney you will ever need to protect your intellectual property!

Marc is one of my greatest assets in business! Ten years ago I needed to protect my brand before my first book was published. I selected Marc for his impressive credentials, but taking the journey with a professional who cares about my business and supports the creative inventive process has been i...nvaluable. As my business has grown having Marc's counsel has been critical to my success. He has excellent communication skills, so it is no surprise he has received honors and selected as a Southern California Super Lawyer®, placing him in the top 5% of Intellectual Property attorneys. Marc is a class act, and everyone on his staff is great too.

Posted by Harold | December 11, 2014

Product Protection

Marc Hankin is an extremely knowledgeable and skilled legal professional. He has been a great help to our business in navigating Product disputes and helping to protect our intellectual properties. He is also highly skilled in making these issues and strategies clear to the client. A top lawyer in ou...r opinion

Posted by Dan | December 11, 2014

Stepped in quickly and took charge.

Having the need for an attorney to step in assist our lead counsel, we quickly realized Marc needed to be moved to the lead position. Marc has been a huge asset in course correcting us in the right direction, he stepped in at the eleventh hour and made us feel very comfortable. I would recommend Marc... in a second, his balance of aggressiveness and knowledge of patent law has been a perfect fit.

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Joseph Nazarian

Patent application lawyer | May 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Marc is an amazing attorney who is well connected within the legal community. He is always going above and beyond for all of his clients and does an amazing job for anyone who comes to him. Also he has an amazing firm that is one of the best around for patent law."

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Michael Leonard

Patent application lawyer | Oct 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Marc is a registered patent attorney who is very educated and knowledgeable about a wide variety of issues. He has experience in business litigation and intellectual property disputes for various companies and institutions. Marc works to ensure his clients’ businesses are protected and in good hands."

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Matthew Stein

Trademark infringement lawyer | Dec 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse attorney Marc Hankin due his extensive experience and track record of success defending his clients. He is also a well-respected member in the legal community."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

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2023

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2022

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2015

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2015

Global Awards - Patents, Corporate LiveWire

2014

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2013

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2012

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2011

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2004

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

Work Experience

2004 - Present

Managing Partner, Hankin Patent Law, A Professional Corporation

2002 - 2004

Partner, Gordon & Rees

1996 - 2001

Partner, Pretty, Schroeder & Poplawski

1994 - 1996

Attorney, Graham & James

Associations

2014 - Present

Howard T. Markey Intellectual Property American Inn of Court

Master; Chair of Nominating Committee

2007 - Present

ProVisors

Group Leader

2009 - 2012

Judge Paul R. Michel Intellectual Property American Inns of Court

Master, Program Chair, Membership Chair

1999 - 2009

International Bar Associaion

Negotiated Treaty at the Hague Conference

Sample of Legal Cases

InTouch v. VGo Communications

Jury ruled in favor of my Client; Affirmed on Appeal

Durston Manufacturing v. Stanley Tools

Successfully Settled

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Education

1992

The Law School At The University of Pennsylvania

Doctor of Law (JD)

1987

Iona College

Master of Science (M.S.)

1984

Boston University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2014

South Bay MCLE Series

IP Litigation for Non-IP Lawyers

Languages

English

French

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