Press Releases

October 1st, 2014

Frankfurt Kurnit Adds Catherine Farrelly as Trademark Practice Co-Chair

NEW YORK – Frankfurt Kurnit Klein + Selz has appointed Catherine M. C. Farrelly (formerly Catherine M. Clayton) as partner and co-chair of the firm’s Trademark and Brand Management Group effective September 30th, 2014. Farrelly joins Frankfurt Kurnit from Gibbons, where she was a director and head of the trademark team.

"Catherine is one of the country’s leading intellectual property lawyers," said Frankfurt Kurnit Managing Partner Jeffrey A. Greenbaum. "We are thrilled that she is joining our firm."

Farrelly has a broad range of experience in trademark and copyright law. She has worked with some of the world’s largest companies on a wide range of litigation, licensing and prosecution matters, in industries ranging from apparel, cosmetics and entertainment to alcoholic beverages, financial services, biotechnology and pharmaceuticals. In addition to helping clients establish and manage trademarks and trademark portfolios, she has substantial experience stopping the unauthorized use of trademarks and copyrighted material through negotiation, litigation and arbitration.

"Catherine has a keen understanding of brand management and protection issues," said Frankfurt Kurnit Trademark and Brand Management Group co-chair Mary Sotis. "She will be a wonderful addition to our rapidly growing trademark practice."

Commenting on her move to Frankfurt Kurnit, Farrelly said: "I am excited to be joining one of the country's preeminent law firms in the media, entertainment and advertising industries. Establishing and protecting trademarks and other IP is crucial to ensuring the success and profitability of virtually every type of business, and I look forward to continuing my work in that area at this outstanding firm. Frankfurt Kurnit's reputation for intellectual rigor and client service is second to none."