EXPERIENCED "OUTSIDE THE BOX" INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY ATTORNEY
Our business is advising clients at reasonable prices. Our practice includes all intellectual property matters, such as, but not limited to drafting and prosecuting patent applications on medical, electrical, mechanical, computer, software, sound, consumer products, devices and methods,in the US and abroad, and protecting and enforcing trademark, copyright, trade dress, slogan, logos applications and file and prosecutea applications regarding same in the US and abroad.
Andra Vaccaro is registered to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). In her decades of practice before the USPTO, she has successfully filed hudreds of applications on numerous inventions in the medical, electrical, signal processing, audio, audiovisual, hardware, toy, wine, entertainment, construction, sports, and consumer products.
Andra Vaccaro has represented Fortune 500 companies, small businesses, entrepreneurs, physicians, dentists, inventors, writers, artists and others in connection with patent, trademark and copyright prosecution and litigation and licensing issues.
Andra Vaccaro's practice include counseling on a wide range of issues, particularly in the Intellectual Property arena. She often manages her clients' IP portfolios. Andra also is experienced in reviewing labeling, advertising and internet copy for FTC and FDA compliance, preparing disclaimers and product inserts, drafting warrantees, foreign and domestic licensing agreements, sales and manufacturing agreements, confidentiality agreements, work for hire agreements and personal releases. She also has expertise in drafting employee and independent contractor agreements.
Practice areas
I draft patent applications in computer science, medical, sound, electrical and mechanical devices, telecommunications, games, computer apps, sensors, projectors and other arts. I have prepared hundreds of applications.
I prepare and file trademark applications and advise clients regarding same for over 30 years. I also handle opposition and cancellation proceedings.
I litigate trademark infringement claims, both plaintiff and defense and am very familiar with trademark law having practiced it for over 30 years.
I draft contracts and negotiate terms for film productions, finder's fee agreement, IP purchase agreements, etc.
21 years, 50 cases
I handle all sorts of business torts and defamation issues
36 years, 92 cases
I prepare copyright applications for my clients
I litigate copyright infringement claims both plaintiff and defense
I prepare and file patent applications for mechanical, electrical, medical, computer science, software, control systems inventions. I also file trademark, trade dress and copyright applications. I advise clients regarding licensing of patents, trademarks and copyrights and prepare agreements relating to intellectual property.
43 years, 200 cases
I litigate patent infringement claims both plaintiff and defense
Languages spoken
English
Law Office of Andra Vaccaro
2953 Club Dr
Los Angeles, CA, 90064
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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CA | Active | 1982 | 06/07/2022 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Pro Tem Award | Superior Court Los Angeles | 2007 |
Pro Tem Award | Superior Court of Los Angeles County | 2006 |
Pro Tem Award | Superior Court of Los Angeles | 2005 |
Pro TEM AWARD | Los Angeles Superior Court | 2004 |
Pro Tem Award | Los Angeles Superior Court | 2003 |
Certified Specialist | State Bar of California | 1990 |
American Jurisprudence | Whittier College School of Law | 1982 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Attorney | Law Office of Andra M. Vaccaro | 2010 - Present |
Of Counsel | Jeffer Mangels Butler & Marmaro | 2009 - 2010 |
Judge Pro-tem | Los Angeles Superior Court Judge Pro Tem | 1990 - 2008 |
Attorney | Law Office of Andra M. Vaccaro | 1986 - 2009 |
Attorney | Law Office of Andra M. Finkel | 1984 - 1985 |
Of Counsel | Sullivan, McWilliams | 1984 - 1986 |
Litigation Associated | Rosenfeld, Meyer & Susman Beverly Hills | 1983 - 1984 |
Associate | Blakely, Sokoloff, Taylor & Zafman | 1981 - 1983 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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American Bar Association | Member | 1982 - Present |
Los Angeles Bar Association | Member | 1982 - Present |
United States Patent and Trademark Office | Registered Attorney | 1977 - Present |
International Trademark Association | Executive Committee Member | 1988 - 1992 |
USTA | Member | 1982 - 2000 |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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New York: Federal Legal Publications, | Antitrust for Business: Questions and Answers | 1989 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Whittier College School of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 1982 |
Worcester Polytechnic Institute | BS - Bachelor of Science | 1976 |
Rennselaer Polytechnic Institute | Transfer | 1973 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Central Coast Winemaker's Assoc. Annual Meeting | TRADEMARK and TRADE DRESS | 2012 |
Case name | Outcome |
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Foxen Winery v. Fess Parker Winery | settled |
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I have read many answers from Andra Vaccaro on this site and I find that she is very knowledgeable about the law, and consistently gives sound advice on how to proceed.
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I whole-heartedly endorse this lawyer. She is well-respected by her peers. However what it is truly outstanding is the time she devotes to answer the public's questions. Her answers are well-reasoned and insightful.
Robert Simmons, Intellectual property Attorney on Mar 14, 2017
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Very experienced in intellectual property law. An exceptional choice.
Ted Zink, Intellectual property Attorney on Mar 14, 2017
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Channika Desilva, Intellectual property Attorney on Mar 7, 2017
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Ms. Vaccaro is undoubtedly a top notch attorney who has skillfully mastered her primary area of practice over the course of her professional experience. Her sharp critical thinking and flawless work ethic are perhaps the key qualities which ensured the success of a remarkable number of her cases. I endorse this lawyer and encourage anyone who needs superior legal representation to opt for her services.
Thomas Kelly, Business Attorney on Feb 18, 2017
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I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Vaccaro is a consistent source of solid advice on Avvo, and is donating a significant amount of her time to help individuals who need guidance in legal matters.
Somair Alam, Business Attorney on Feb 11, 2017
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Ms. Vaccaro is a top-notch business attorney. A zealous advocate for her clients and highly respected in the legal community.
Peter Depew, Entertainment Attorney on Feb 6, 2017
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I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Vaccaro provides a much needed service on Avvo. She donates her time to individuals who are in need of immediate legal answers.
Gregory Cade, Business Attorney on Jan 26, 2017
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Andra is undoubtedly a top notch attorney who has skillfully mastered her primary area of practice over the course of her professional experience. Her sharp critical thinking and flawless work ethic are perhaps the key qualities which ensured the success of a remarkable number of her cases. I endorse this lawyer and encourage anyone who needs superior legal representation to opt for her services.
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Marina Melman, Business Attorney on Aug 11, 2016
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I endorse this lawyer. An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community.
Yuri Kvichko, Intellectual property Attorney on May 31, 2016
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Noah Peterson, Intellectual property Attorney on May 5, 2016
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Ms. Vaccaro is a knowledgeable attorney and very well respected in the legal community. I endorse this lawyer.
Christy Thompson, Intellectual property Attorney on Mar 24, 2016
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It is so important to protect your ideas and innovations. Andra is a lawyer who is passionate about ensuring her clients ideas and body of work are legally protected. She is truly exceptional.
Leif Hamman, Intellectual property Attorney on Mar 20, 2016
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Ms. Vaccaro is able to help her clients properly protect and profit from their inovative ideas and creations. I endorse this lawyer.
Jonathan Jekel, Intellectual property Attorney on Jan 15, 2016
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Ms. Vaccaro frequently contributes thorough, thoughtful responses to questions posted on Avvo. My impression is that she is extremely well versed in a wide range of IP-related issues, and takes great care to find creative, pragmatic solutions to her clients' problems. In short, I am happy to submit my endorsement for Ms. Vaccaro.
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