Tucker Ellis LLP is pleased to welcome Janie Thompson as Intellectual Property Counsel in its Los Angeles office.

Ms. Thompson has a comprehensive trademark practice ranging from counseling, clearance, domestic and foreign prosecution, and portfolio management through the enforcement and litigation of trademark disputes. She works closely with clients to develop effective brand protection strategies, including through informal dispute resolution as well as litigation before the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board, in federal court, and in domain name dispute proceedings. She is also experienced in copyright and patent litigation, including litigating cases in federal court and before the International Trade Commission.

“Janie’s broad IP experience will be a great asset to our clients and our nationwide practice,” said Carlos Garritano, Tucker Ellis Intellectual Property Department Chair. “We’re excited to welcome her to our growing team.”

In addition to intellectual property matters, Ms. Thompson counsels clients regarding regulatory compliance for online and print marketing and advertising, particularly in connection with consumer packaged goods, and has advocated on behalf of clients in advertising disputes in federal courts and in challenges before the National Advertising Division of the Council of Better Business Bureaus.

Ms. Thompson received her law degree from the University of California, Los Angeles School of Law. She received her undergraduate degree summa cum laude, Phi Beta Kappa from the University of California, Los Angeles.