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In corporate deals, intellectual property often represents the most valuable—and overlooked—asset. Fishman Stewart advises on mergers, acquisitions, and transactions by conducting IP audits, assessing chain of title, and ensuring enforceability of rights. Our attorneys help businesses mitigate risk and maximize asset value in high-stakes deals.
Meet the Team
John P. Guenther
Practice Areas: Patents, Trademarks, Copyrights, Trade Secrets, Litigation and Dispute Resolution, IP Consulting, Transactional and E-Commerce Services
Alexander JSW Johnson
Practice Areas: Trademarks, Copyrights, Litigation and Dispute Resolution, IP Consulting, Transactional and E-Commerce Services
Deb Schneider
Practice Areas: Trademarks, Copyrights, IP Consulting, Transactional and E-Commerce Services
Michael B. Stewart
Practice Areas: Patents, Trademarks, Copyrights, Trade Secrets, Litigation and Dispute Resolution, IP Consulting, Transactional and E-Commerce Services
Kristyn C. Webb
Practice Areas: Patents, Trademarks, Copyrights, Trade Secrets, Litigation and Dispute Resolution, IP Consulting, Transactional and E-Commerce Services
Christopher Wilson
Practice Areas: Patents, Trademarks, Copyrights, Trade Secrets, Litigation and Dispute Resolution, IP Consulting, Transactional and E-Commerce Services
Benjamin Becker
Practice Areas: Trademarks, IP Consulting, Transactional and E-Commerce Services
Kameron F. Bonner
Practice Areas: Patents, Trademarks, Copyrights, Trade Secrets, Litigation and Dispute Resolution, IP Consulting, Transactional and E-Commerce
Linda Monge Callaghan
Practice Areas: Trademarks, Copyrights, IP Consulting, Transactional and E-Commerce Services
Michael D. Fishman
Practice Areas: Trademarks, Copyrights, Trade Secrets, Litigation and Dispute Resolution, IP Consulting, Transactional and E-Commerce Services
Barbara L. Mandell
Practice Areas: Trademarks, Copyrights, Trade Secrets, Litigation and Dispute Resolution, IP Consulting, Transactional and E-Commerce Services
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You Snooze, You Lose – Identifying And Securing Creativity
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Large, Small and Micro Entities Determining Your Status as a United States Patent Applicant and Patent Owner
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Why Should I Conduct a Trademark Search?
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Articles & Insights
Don’t Stagnate, Collaborate: NikeSkims and The Importance of Brand Collaborations
Fish Tank: Newsletter Volume 25, Issue 9
In February, Nike and Skims announced that they will be working together on a new brand, NikeSkims. The co-brand will create a new line of training apparel, footwear, and accessories specifically designed to meet the unique needs of women athletes.
News & Announcements
Fishman Stewart welcomes Brian T. Corby as firm’s first Chief Operating Officer
Intellectual property specialty law firm Fishman Stewart PLLC is pleased to welcome Brian T. Corby as the firm’s first Chief Operating Officer.
Michael Stewart, among select honorees presented with American Intellectual Property Law Association (AIPLA) 2025 Pro Bono Award, celebrates the collective contributions of Fishman Stewart colleagues and peer IP firms involved with State Bar of Michigan’s Patent Pro Bono Project
Firm partner and co-founder Michael Stewart is among the honorees recently recognized by the American Intellectual Property Law Association (AIPLA) with the 2025 Pro Bono Award at the AIPLA annual conference in Washington D.C.
Barbara Mandell is repeat recipient of Lexology Client Choice award
Intellectual property law firm Fishman Stewart PLLC continues to garner global and national legal honors, with the latest recognition being Tier 1 rankings in IP Litigation and Trademark Law from Best Law Firms®.
Fishman Stewart repeats Tier 1 rankings on highly regarded Best Law Firms® list for 2026
Intellectual property law firm Fishman Stewart PLLC continues to garner global and national legal honors, with the latest recognition being Tier 1 rankings in IP Litigation and Trademark Law from Best Law Firms®.
Seven Fishman Stewart attorneys recognized in newest edition of The Best Lawyers in America®
Intellectual property law firm Fishman Stewart PLLC continues to garner global and national legal honors, with the latest recognition finding seven firm attorneys included in the 32nd edition of The Best Lawyers in America®.
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