(Memphis, TN/June 4, 2009) For the third consecutive year, Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz, PC has been ranked among the top 100 trademark firms in the country by Intellectual Property Today, a monthly publication focused on legal issues in patent, trademark and copyright law.
The Intellectual Property Today list included 278 law firms or individuals ranked according to the number of trademark registrations issued in 2008. Baker Donelson was ranked 46th on the list, up from 75th in the previous year's list.
"Baker Donelson is proud to continually be recognized by Intellectual Property Today as among the top trademark firms in the country," said W. Edward Ramage, head of the Firm's Intellectual Property Group. "We are especially gratified that our ranking this year increased significantly, as it is an indication our growing practice, expanding client base and the continuing trust our clients place in us to protect their intellectual property assets."
In recent months, the Firm's Intellectual Property Group has seen significant growth, including expansion of its patent capabilities in the oil and gas industry. Also, the Life Sciences practice, which includes biotechnology, medical devices and health care information technology, has expanded with the addition of several attorneys and a patent agent in the Firm's Washington, D.C. office.
With more than 30 attorneys, Baker Donelson's Intellectual Property Group undertakes responsibility for the protection of inventions and other forms of intellectual property for clients ranging from start-ups to Fortune 500 companies. The Firm's intellectual property attorneys obtain, defend and enforce patents, trademarks and copyrights in the United States and throughout the world. Baker Donelson has facilitated applications, patents and registrations of trademarks in more than 80 foreign jurisdictions.