Jack Clifford

About Jack Clifford

Private practice of Intellectual Property law, since 1981. Currently admitted in Arizona, and the USPTO. Previously admitted in Nebraska and Minnesota, now inactive in those two jurisdictions. Trademarks, ADR, advertising, litigation, TTAB proceedings. Expert Witness on trademark and licensing matters.Please note that the likes, comments, statements and views expressed here are my own and do not necessarily reflect those of my employer or any client thereof, are intended for general informational purposes only, and do not constitute legal advice or a legal opinion. I trust you will fully understand. I will use that same standard when evaluating your likes, posts and comments.

Experience

1. of Counsel

   Merchant & Gould P.C.

   Jan 2019 — Present · Scottsdale, AZ, US

   I have registered and/or cared for over marks with the USPTO, and have searched, protected and litigated intellectual property rights for 45 years. I have handled over 900 TTAB proceedings of all kinds. I have significant experience in the fields of cosmetics, paints and coatings, foods, private label manufacturing, wines and beverages. Expert witness engagements considered. Mediation assignments welcomed.I have been \"Counseling the Creative since 1981.\" Merchant & Gould has been doing the same since 1900.

Education

• Creighton University

  B.S., Physics, minor in Philosophy, minor in art

  1974 — 1978

• Creighton University School of Law

  J.D., Law

  1978 — 1981

Skills

• Patent Prosecution
• Intellectual Property
• Advertising
• Dispute
• Patent Law
• Legal Assistance
• Trade Secrets
• Trademark Infringement
• Commercial Litigation
• Trademarks
• Dispute Resolution
• Arbitration
• Litigation
• Alternative Dispute Resolution
• Copyright Law
• Patents
• Licensing
• Patent Litigation
• Cyberlaw