Free Consultation: (202) 713-5292Tap to Call This Lawyer
Griffin Klema

Griffin Klema

Klema Law, P.L.
  • Intellectual Property, Patents, Trademarks ...
  • Florida, USPTO
Badges
Claimed Lawyer ProfileQ&ASocial Media
Biography

Civil litigator and registered patent attorney who brings wide-ranging experience to bear on legal matters, combining scientific, technological, business, and legal knowledge in a single advisor. I pride myself in careful and effective tactical planning in litigation and negotiation. I am committed to providing creative, aggressive, professional representation. I can be reached directly at 202-713-5292 or griffin@klemalaw.com.

Education
University of Miami School of Law
J.D. (2012) | Intellectual Property, Competition Law, Litigation
-
Honors: Cum Laude, Law Review, Moot Court, Dean's Fellow
Activities: Intellectual Property Law Society (Vice President),
University of Miami School of Law Logo
University of Wisconsin - Madison
B.S. (2005) | Biochemistry, Finance
-
Honors: Created mobile web interface for community-based security technology which earned second place in the Schoof’s Prize for Creativity, Innovation Competition, 2006 (uncredited, post-graduation).
University of Wisconsin - Madison Logo
Professional Experience
Shareholder
Klema Law, P.L.
- Current
Complex civil litigation, intellectual property, and business counseling.
Attorney
Hoffman & Hoffman
-
Commercial litigation, probate, and business counseling.
Market Analyst
Wisconsin Alumni Research Foundation
-
Protected, licensed, and enforced intellectual property (patents, biomaterials, trade secrets) developed at the University of Wisconsin, including technologies in medical devices, pharmaceuticals (small molecules, biologics, regenerative therapies), research tools, diagnostics, and medical imaging.
Speaking Engagements
Patent Law Year in Review, HCBA Annual IP CLE, Tampa, FL
Hillsborough County Bar Association
Gave continuing legal education seminar to Tampa area attorneys summarizing the past year's developments in patent law, including case law, rule changes, and prosecution developments before the USPTO.
Harnessing the Expertise of Your Business and Law Schools, AUTM Central Meeting, Cleveland, OH
AUTM
Business and Law Schools as Your Technology Transfer Office Workhorse, AUTM Annual Meeting, San Diego, CA
AUTM
Certifications
Registered Patent Attorney
U.S. Patent & Trademark Office
Awards
Dean's Fellow
University of Miami School of Law
Dean's fellow in writing.
Moot Court Board
University of Miami School of Law
Earned invitation after scoring second highest among existing members in 2L competition.
Dean's Fellow
University of Miami School of Law
Dean's fellow in writing, assisting professors and other students with their written work product.
International and Comparative Law Review
University of Miami School of Law
Earned invitation as a result of my submission to the write-on competition.
Dean's Fellow
University of Miami School of Law
Dean's fellow in writing, assisting professors and other students with their written work product.
Professional Associations
United States Patent & Trademark Office  # 74,334
Member
- Current
Placeholder image for professional associations.
JOHN T. GAUBATZ MOOT COURT COMPETITION
Judge
- Current
Activities: Judge for the University of Miami’s annual moot court competition by evaluating and providing feedback to 1L and 2L students seeking invitations to the board.
Placeholder image for professional associations.
The Florida Bar  # 0100279
Member
- Current
Placeholder image for professional associations.
Rebuilding Together - Miami-Dade
House Captain
-
Activities: Manage group of 20 volunteers during organization’s annual rebuilding day, and provide construction services as needed to repair and renovate homes of disabled, low income, and veteran homeowners.
Placeholder image for professional associations.
AIPLA
Member
-
Placeholder image for professional associations.
AUTM
Member
-
Placeholder image for professional associations.
Licensing Executives Society
Member
-
Placeholder image for professional associations.
Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
Florida
Placeholder image for jurisdictions.
USPTO
Placeholder image for jurisdictions.
11th Circuit
Placeholder image for jurisdictions.
Fees
  • Free Consultation
    Up to 15 minutes free initial consultation by phone.
  • Credit Cards Accepted
  • Contingent Fees
    I accept some matters on contingency basis, depending on the nature of the case and the client's flexibility in offering equity in a business or other asset.
  • Rates, Retainers and Additional Information
    I also provide hybrid, flexible fee arrangements, all depending on your particular situation. Please contact me to discuss your matter and how we can structure compensation in exchange for my services.
Practice Areas
Intellectual Property
Patents
Patent Appeals, Patent Litigation, Patent Prosecution
Trademarks
Trademark Litigation, Trademark Registration
Business Law
Business Contracts, Business Dissolution, Business Finance, Business Formation, Business Litigation, Franchising, Mergers & Acquisitions, Partnership & Shareholder Disputes
Additional Practice Areas
  • Litigation
  • Trial
  • Copyright
Languages
  • English: Spoken, Written
  • French: Spoken, Written
Legal Answers
Q. If I have a slogan or catchphrase for a hat, T shirt, and/or pennant, do I need a copyright or a trademark to protect it
A: Usually, things printed on clothing are not considered identifiers of source. Trademark protects against source confusion, and frequently the things printed on clothing are considered ornamentation rather than suggestive of the quality or origin of the clothing itself. Nevertheless, you may be able to get a trademark on the slogan. Expect a budget at least $500 for that legal work.
Q. My trademark is registration number 5151077 Someone registered it in Turkey am I protected Internationally?
A: No, a US registration is limited to the US. You would need to follow the Madrid Protocol to secure trademark rights in other countries. If you are selling products in Turkey, and someone else has a registration, there are several things that need to be addressed (such as whether the person is squatting on the mark, or actually selling their own product/service).
Q. Good Evening: Is McCaughrin Maritime trademark currently up to date?
A: Yes, that mark is "live" (reg. no. 3646694).
View More Answers
Websites & Blogs
Website
Klema Law, P.L.
Blog
IP Vault
Contact & Map
Main Office
420 W. Kennedy Boulevard
Commerce Club, Second Floor
Tampa, FL 33606
Cell: (202) 713-5292
Mailing Address
PO Box 172381
Tampa, FL 33672
Cell: (202) 713-5292