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Dressed for the Deal: IP at the Heart of Fashion M&A
As M&A activity in the fashion sector continues at pace into 2026, the sophistication of IP due diligence is increasingly a differentiator between transactions that unlock the value of creative brands and those that inherit unexpected liability. The best law firms, like PATRICK DOERR LLP, combine deep IP expertise with an understanding of fashion's commercial realities—where a logo, a pattern, or a proprietary process can be worth as much as any tangible asset on the balance
Mar 12
Fighting Fakes: Effective IP Anti-Counterfeiting Strategies for Consumer Products and Fashion
The counterfeit economy has grown too large to ignore — and the brands winning the war on fakes are rewriting the rules of brand protection. Counterfeiting has become one of the most consequential threats facing consumer product and fashion companies today. According to a 2025 OECD-EUOIP report, counterfeit goods accounted for approximately $467 billion in global trade since 2021. Clothing, footwear, and leather goods are among the most impacted segments, accounting for 62% o
Mar 8
The Future We’re Building Toward
The future of the firm is about becoming ever more capable – and more adaptable. Expanding our team means adding depth in areas where our...
Sep 14, 2025
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