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Chad Smith is a Member of Ironmark Law Group, with more than 19 years experience in trademark procurement, strategic branding, and trademark prosecution for both domestic and international trademark portfolios. He represents clients in disputes involving claims of trademark infringement and unfair competition as well as proceedings before the U.S. Trademark Trial and Appeal Board. Chad is a former trademark examining attorney with the United States Patent and Trademark Office and is an adjunct professor at Seattle University School of Law and University of Washington School of Law where he teaches Trademark Prosecution.
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$ 250-300 per hour
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Licensed in Washington for 21 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 2004
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Licensed in Minnesota for 29 years
State: Minnesota
Acquired: 1996
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Posted by Dolores | April 06, 2012 | Intellectual Property
Great Trademark lawyer
I really felt I could really trust Chad for his knowledge and awareness of the issues. He has been proactive and follows through and follows up on my trademarks. Awesome lawyer!
Chad M Smith's Lawyer Endorsements
"Chad is extremely knowledgeable about trademark law. His clients will greatly benefit form his experience as a Trademark Office Examining Attorney. Chad is also a pleasure to work with and very personable."
"Chad's experience, both as a Trademark Office Examining Attorney and as a practicing trademark lawyer, have caused me to rely on him, refer work to him, and depend upon him for collegial consultation. He's a personable, knowledgeable attorney who combines a friendly, appealing style with the approach of a passionate advocate."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Chad is one of the most knowledgeable trademark attorneys practicing in the field today. If you have a brand or an offering to market, talk to this man."
"Chad is a gifted trademark lawyer and one of the few in the region with experience as a trademark examiner at the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office in Washington, D.C. This and his gift for explaining the nuances of the trademark process make him a superb counselor on trademark and other intellectual property matters, as does his ability as a strategic thinker. Chad's training as a mechanical engineer allows him to engage with clients at a sophisticated technical level, and his relaxed, friendly, helpful manner makes it a pleasure for clients to work with him on any trademark or intellectual property matter."
"Chad is an amazing trademark attorney. If you ever need to protect your brand, talk to Chad!"
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Experience
Honors
2016
2015-16 Outstanding Service Award, Part-time Lecturer, University of Washington School of Law
2006
Washington's Most Amazing Attorneys, Washington CEO Magazine
1997
Robert C. Watson Award, American Intellectual Property Law Association
1997
Student Paper Contest Winner, Journal of the Patent and Trademark Office Society
Work Experience
2013 - Present
Adjunct Professor, University of Washington
2008 - Present
Adjunct Professor, Seattle University School of Law
2012 - 2013
Of Counsel, Invicta Law Group, PLLC
2009 - 2011
Member, Coulter Martin Smith, PLLC
2004 - 2009
Member, Axios Law Group PLLC
2000 - 2002
Associate Attorney, Oppenheimer Wolff & Donnelly
1997 - 2000
Trademark Examining Attorney, United States Patent and Trademark Office
Associations
2008 - Present
International Trademark AssociationMember
2006 - 2014
Washington Lawyers for the ArtsBoard Member
Education
1996
William Mitchell College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1990
University of Minnesota Institue of Technology
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2015
Trademark & Fair Use Webinar
Trademark Fair Use
2013
Counterfeit Chic: Legal Protection in the Fashion & Design Industry
Intellectual property protection the fashion and design industry
2009
Counterfeit Chic: Legal Protection in the Fashion & Design Industry
Intellectual property protection the fashion and design industry
2007
Protecting your Emerging Business
Intellectual Property and the Protection of New Businesses
2007
Counterfeit Chic: Legal Protection in the Fashion & Design Industry
Intellectual property protection in the fashion and design industry
2006
Intellectual Property Basics
Intellectual property basic
Publications
2016
INTA BULLETIN
Interference Proceedings: Resolving Conflicts between Pending Trademark Applications—Comparing Israel, the UK and U.S.
2006
Create Magazine
Federal Trademark Registration: Financial Concerns
1997
Journal of the Patent and Trademark Office Society
Undressing Abercrombie: Defining When Trade Dress is Inherently Distinctive
1997
Trademark Reporter
Undressing Abercrombie: Defining When Trade Dress is Inherently Distinctive