Alexander J. Liederman
Law Graduate
Alex Liederman works in Foley’s Intellectual Property practice area and is a member of the firm’s Trademark, Copyright, and Advertising Practice Group. Alex started at Foley as a summer associate conducting comprehensive legal research on trademark and copyright law and case precedents for upcoming litigations, analyzing trademark clearance searches and writing TTAB office actions for clients and the USPTO.
Prior to Foley, he served as a summer associate at a law firm providing legal and administrative support for trademark and copyright clients, writing memos, and conducting client research on issues such as descriptive fair use, reasonable royalties, and laches. Additionally, Alex has experience in ESG consulting and media production.
Limitations In Seeking Trade Dress With Patent Protection
Brand owners versed in intellectual property rights management often use a combination of trade dress, trademarks and patents to protect their IP. Multiple forms of protection can be valuable for companies in pursuing exclusivity for their products, but there are important limitations to be aware of when seeking both trade dress and patent protection.
IP Considerations in Protecting Autonomous Vehicle Software with Patents and Copyrights
As autonomous vehicles and associated software become more commonplace in the automotive industry, it is important to recognize which forms of intellectual property grant protection within quickly evolving areas of technology and to understand how to obtain registration and enjoy the advantages within an increasingly competitive landscape.