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Nicole Gaither is a Partner with Parlatore Law Group and practices in the fields of copyright and trademark prosecution, in addition to tax law. She has demonstrated experience in prosecuting domestic trademark and copyright applications, providing brand protection through trademark monitoring, reviews of refusals, responses to refusals and assessing potential marks for use and availability.. From the courtroom, to trainings and seminars, Ms. Gaither is ready and equipped to handle all your startup business needs. She has helped numerous businesses protect their trademarks from unauthorized use. She counsels clients on all aspects of domestic and global trademark matters, including on the selection and clearance of marks, clearance and prosecution, brand management, and enforcement in the U.S. and abroad. To complement her trademark practice, Ms. Gaither also advises clients on the protection, registration, and enforcement of copyright assets. She has experience creating intellectual property-focused educational materials for new online entrepreneurs, in addition to preparing and conducting presentations, and trainings regarding the importance of utilizing intellectual property protections.. Ms. Gaither’s experiences prior to joining Parlatore Law Group were heavily rooted in the areas of tax law, in addition to family and consumer law, and federal employment discrimination. Additionally, she’s admitted in US Tax Court, and has several years of experience counseling clients on numerous issues including­ avoiding tax liabilities and penalties. Notably, she is also a Certified Public Accountant and has facilitated resolutions with the IRS on behalf of individuals, and worked to release levies, stay collection enforcement and abate penalties. Ms. Gaither has a wealth of experience representing the interests of her clients as they work to build and financially protect their businesses. She can assist in creating a unique trademark that meets the requirements to be registrable, advise on how to establish its use in commerce, and facilitate the registration process. She can also help protect trademarks from unauthorized use by contacting infringers and initiating litigation, if necessary.. Ms. Gaither is an active member of the American Bar Association’s Section of Intellectual Property law, the Association of Intellectual Property Firms, the Louisiana State Bar Association, and the New Orleans Chamber of Commerce. She is also a presenter on intellectual property protections and issues for Fund 17, a nonprofit organization that works to empower and educate New Orleans entrepreneurs. She is a native New Orleanian and a dedicated member of the New Orleans community.. She is admitted to practice in Louisiana.. She currently resides in Virginia.. Education:. Loyola University, New Orleans College of Law, Juris Doctor, Certificate in Taxation (May 2012). The University of Texas at Austin, Master of Professional Accounting (August 1998). Tulane University, Bachelor of Science in Management—Accounting (May 1997)

Sean is a registered patent attorney who focuses on intellectual property (IP) strategy, advertising, and regulatory compliance for startups and established businesses.. Sean has a deep understanding of IP law and its practical applications. He counsels clients on patent, trademark, and copyright procurement. Once the IP is registered with the appropriate authority, the owner has a duty to enforce the IP or it will be lost. Sean assists with enforcement by counseling clients on how to identify potential infringers, sending cease-and-desist letters, or negotiating licenses He understands the big picture, and the strategy required to prevail.. Sean’s expertise also includes representing manufacturers, distributors, and retailers of foods, drugs, cosmetics, medical devices, and alcohol. He has reviewed hundreds of websites, labels, and advertisements, and can skillfully maneuver through the regulatory requirements needed to operate under the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Federal Trade Commission (FTC), and Alcohol & Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau (TTB). His experience further includes representing clients who have been contacted by these agencies, as well as the National Advertising Review Council (NARC), for failure to comply with their rules and regulations.. Sean is a native of St. Louis, but has spent half of his life in Chicago. He graduated with a B.S. in chemistry, emphasizing biochemistry, from Loyola University Chicago. He received his J.D. and certificate in Intellectual Property Law from The John Marshall Law School, and his masters of law (LL.M.) in Intellectual Property and Technology Law from the Washington University in St. Louis School of Law.

There is no passion to be found playing small — in settling for a life that is less than you are capable of living.” — Nelson Mandela.. Barbara has been licensed to practice law since 2001. She is currently licensed in three states: California (2002), Georgia (2010), and Nevada (2001). Her passion for intellectual property dates back to the mid-90s when she returned from living in Dublin, Ireland to work for a Boston-based venture capital firm, investing in life sciences and technology companies. Attending law school in Washington, D.C. at Washington College of Law, American University from 1998-2001, Barbara’s legal training focused on federal law – of which trademark, copyright, and patent are a significant part.. Since 2001, Barbara has practiced in the private, government, and non-profit sectors, always with the goal of improving the communities in which she lived.. Barbara currently serves as:

Personal, Affordable, Creative. Draeke Weseman is a go-to trademark and business attorney in Minneapolis for start-ups, small businesses, and entrepreneurs. Weseman Law Office, PLLC helps clients form businesses, negotiate contracts, register trademarks and copyrights, and resolve disputes.