Jennifer Fraser

Member


A trademark and copyright attorney who intuitively understands the importance of powerful branding, Jennifer Fraser leverages her brand of practical, insightful counsel to help clients secure, protect, and maximize the value of their intellectual property assets. Jennifer's clients consistently benefit from her ability to deftly shepherd their marks through the registration process and the advocacy skills she brings to defending their rights.

Leader of the firm's trademark practice, Jennifer is a widely respected intellectual property practitioner who brings her experience and talents to representing clients in various sectors, including chemical, industrial, consumer products, financial, cybersecurity, software, and medical, among others.

She leverages her tenure as an examining attorney with the United States Patent and Trademark Office to effectively anticipate and resolve issues during the examination of trademark applications and maintenance of trademark registrations.

Jennifer works seamlessly with clients and partners around the globe to manage their portfolios and protect their interests in the United States and abroad. She also assists clients with other intellectual property issues, including copyright prosecution, counseling and litigation, and drafting various agreements to strengthen intellectual property rights and resolve disputes.

When threats of infringement arise, Jennifer takes swift yet strategic action, effectively parrying those threats and finding creative resolutions in litigation or alternative forums.  Jennifer is adept at navigating the unique procedures at the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board, including use of streamlined proceedings such as Accelerated Case Resolution. 

Beyond advancing her clients' interests on individual matters, Jennifer also plays key roles in developing the laws, policies, and rulemaking practices that define the intellectual property landscape. She regularly participates in policy meetings with legislators and regulators, and her input has resulted in changes to or interpretations of the law that inure to her clients' benefit.

A consummate professional, Jennifer has earned the trust of countless domestic and international clients looking for robust intellectual property representation.

A trademark is the face of a company, and I enjoy looking for ways to build and strengthen my clients’ brands. Finding the approach that achieves a client's objectives for their IP is immensely rewarding.
    • Howard University School of Law, J.D., National Moot Court Team, Fats Waller Copyright Scholarship
    • University of New Hampshire, B.A.
  • Bar Admissions

    • Maryland
    • District of Columbia
  • Court Admissions

    • U.S. Court of Appeals, Federal Circuit
    • U.S. Court of Federal Claims
    • U.S. District Court, District of Maryland
    • Named a "Trademark Leader" by World IP Review, 2022-Present

    • Recognized for enforcement and litigation and prosecution and strategy in World Trademark Review 1000 — The World's Leading Trademark Professionals, United States - D.C. jurisdiction, 2011-Present

    • Recognized in Washington, D.C. Super Lawyers®  for Intellectual Property and Intellectual Property Litigation, 2014-Present

    • INTA Legislation and Regulation Committee, 2020-2021, 2024-2025

    • U. S. Trademark Office Practice Committee, USPTO Subcommittee Chair, 2018-2019

    • INTA North America Global Advisory Council, 2018-2019
    • International Trademark Association (INTA), Committee Member, 2010-present; Government Officials Education & Training Committee, 2014-2017
    • Intellectual Property Owners Association, Committee Member, 2008-present; U. S. Trademark Office Practice Committee; 2017 IPO Annual Meeting Program Committee
    • American Intellectual Property Law Association (AIPLA)
    • Trademark Lawyer Magazine, Member of Editorial Board
      • Examining Attorney, U.S. Patent and Trademark Office

Latest News and Insights

Press Mentions4.15.24

"USPTO TM search ‘failures’ push firms towards third-party providers"

Jen Fraser was quoted in the ManagingIP article, "USPTO TM search ‘failures’ push firms towards…

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Press Mentions4.5.24

"Trademark counsel weigh in on proposed USPTO fee hikes"

Jen Fraser was quoted in the ManagingIP article, "Trademark counsel weigh in on proposed USPTO fee…

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Publications2.14.24

2024 Automotive Trends

Dykema’s 2nd Annual Automotive Trends Report has taken the pulse of industry leaders—from original…

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