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QUOTED IN THE NEWS

“Company Stirs Debate with Defense of Taco Tuesday Trademark,” New York Times (Aug. 13, 2019)

“Fear Of NFL Super Bowl TM Protection Overblown, Attys Say,” Law360 (Feb. 4, 2016) (Reg. Req’d)

“Marshawn Lynch Applies for ‘I Won’t Get Fined’ Trademark,” CNN Money (Feb. 24, 2015)

“Barefoot Marathon Runner’s Family Sues Vibram,” USA Today (Feb. 10, 2015)

“Seattle Businesses Face Pressure from Seahawks over Branding Issues,” Puget Sound Business Journal (Jan. 22, 2015)

“Seahawks Art: Fan Appreciation or Copyright Infringement?” KIRO Radio (Jan. 14, 2015)

“Richard Branson’s Trademark Enforcers Take on Olive Oil, Jane the Virgin,” Bloomberg Businessweek (Dec. 9, 2014)

“Marijuana Trademarks: Product Owners Struggle With Federal Trademarks,” International Business Times (Oct. 1, 2014)

“Seattle Artist Sues over ‘Angry Birds’ Pet Toys,” Associated Press (Aug. 5, 2014)

“Why Government OKs Gay Slur Trademark But Not ‘Redskins’,” KIRO Radio (June 19, 2014)

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WHAT CLIENTS SAY

“Mike is exceptionally personable. He cares about his clients — as persons and businesses, not just as sources of revenue. He was full of ideas and strategies that we otherwise would have overlooked. I highly recommend him.”

John Leipheimer
Butte MT, Inc.

“Mike embodies just the right combination of legal knowledge, practical sense, and client focus. I can’t recommend him highly enough. In the future, if we have an infringement issue or trademark protection concern, Mike Atkins will be my first choice.”

Dale Saran
Counsel for CrossFit, Inc.

“It’s hard to find a lawyer that you can trust. Mike Atkins is highly competent in his field and is a straight shooter who looks out for his clients’ best interests.”

Mark Breiter
CarbonZero Project

“Mike was a breath of fresh air. His knowledge and expertise was mind-boggling, and it ultimately saved my company. Mike is the most upstanding, kind, compassionate and professional person I’ve ever had the pleasure of working with.”

Leslie McCann
Minima Organics

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