World Trademark Review Recognizes Stinson Attorneys, Minneapolis Office in 2025 WTR 1000

02.03.2025

Stinson LLP is recognized by the World Trademark Review (WTR) as a top law firm for providing outstanding services in obtaining, protecting, managing, enforcing and monetizing their clients’ trademarks in the 2025 WTR 1000, while three individual firm attorneys were listed as recommended individuals.

The firm's Minneapolis trademark practice earned a "Bronze" designation, reflecting its ability to provide high-quality services while managing its extensive patent and trademark work.

"The IP practitioners at Stinson make it their mission to understand clients' cultures and business aspirations, and move heaven and earth to help them realise their ambitions," WTR 1000 said of the firm. "Their breadth of IP knowledge serves them well at all stages of the trademark lifecycle and they can effortlessly translate its complexities into clear, easily implementable strategies."

Partners David Barnard, Joel Leviton and Ruth Rivard are also recognized as leading practitioners and recommended individuals in their fields. Leviton and Rivard are ranked in the United States: Minnesota "Silver" band, while Barnard is ranked in the United States: Missouri and Kansas "Bronze" band.

Barnard has over two decades of experience in high-stakes cases involving patents, trademarks, copyrights, trade secrets and false advertising. He also advises clients on IP strategy, risk management and licensing to help them protect and maximize their IP assets.

Leviton helps businesses protect their brands worldwide, managing trademark portfolios for Fortune 500 companies and businesses in industries ranging from medical devices and consumer products to interactive entertainment and apparel. He advises on trademark selection, registration, enforcement and false advertising. Leviton also has extensive experience litigating trademarks, copyrights and domain name disputes.

Rivard assists clients in securing and enforcing their IP rights. She represents clients in litigation and alternative dispute resolution, serving a variety of industries throughout the United States and internationally. Rivard also provides guidance on branding, marketing and advertising matters, including trademark clearance and registration.

Stinson has one of the largest IP, patent and trademark practices in the Midwest. The firm's attorneys have diverse scientific and technical backgrounds, allowing them to understand the complexities of their client's business. Attorneys offer comprehensive and strategic trademark and patent services, from selection and registration to enforcement and litigation, enabling clients to make informed decisions about safeguarding and maximizing their IP.

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