Robert E. Wasserman

I am dedicated to providing Effective, Efficient, Impassioned Legal Advocacy for each and every client. In addition to years of experience as a licensed attorney, I am proud to say I am a successful entrepreneur and currently serve as a mentor for several aspiring entrepreneurs. I believe my unique blend of legal education & practice; international business endeavors; and practical, efficient problem solving allows me to connect with diverse clients seeking efficient assistance. I look forward to a long-standing Attorney-Client relationship and I will do everything within my power to help you achieve your goals.

Thomas Jefferson School of Law

J.D. | Law

University of Arizona

B.A. | Journalism

Owner

Robert E. Wasserman Law Offices

2018 - Current

Legal Analyst

Mirama Enterprises, Inc. dba Aroma Housewares Company

2015 - 2018

Legal Intern

Scales of Justice, LLP

2014

Legal Intern

California Western School of Law, California Innocence Project

2012

Overcoming USPTO Trademark Refusals, Lincoln Heights Entrepreneurs, Los Angeles, CA

November 19, 2021

Presentation Topics: Merely descriptive refusal; Likelihood of Confusion refusal; Inadequate specimens use in commerce

Certificate in Global Legal Studies

Center for Global Legal Studies, Thomas Jefferson School of Law

2014

CALI Award, Jefferson Medal

Thomas Jefferson School of Law

2014

for Highest Grades in Legal Foundations

CALI Award, Jefferson Medal

Thomas Jefferson School of Law

2012

for Highest Grades in Mandarin Chinese in Legal Environment

State Bar of California  # 323387

Member

Current

California

State Bar of California

U.S. District Court, Southern District of California

• Free Consultation
  Free initial 30 minute consultation.
• Credit Cards Accepted

Trademarks

Trademark Litigation, Trademark Registration

Business Law

Business Contracts, Business Finance, Business Formation, Franchising, Partnership & Shareholder Disputes

Consumer Law

Class Action, Lemon Law

Landlord Tenant

Evictions, Housing Discrimination, Landlord Rights, Rent Control, Tenants' Rights

International Law

Imports & Exports

Gov & Administrative Law

Administrative Law, Election Law, Government Contracts, Government Finance, Legislative & Government Affairs

Communications & Internet Law

Internet Law, Media & Advertising, Telecommunications Law

Intellectual Property

• Pro Bono

Q. Hello there,I have a question. Can a company use the word "MagSafe" for its own product?

January 25, 2023

A: It would depend on the type of products. You should expect to be sued if you use "MagSafe" to market goods such as computers, mobile phones, battery packs, electrical cords, etc. For any other goods/services, you should definitely hire an experienced attorney to conduct a thorough clearance search and to possibly apply for Federal TM/SM prior to marketing your products.

Q. Can I legally sell an image I took of a friends cow without their written consent or do I need a property release?

January 25, 2023

A: Yes, you can legally sell the photographs. The practical enforcement of your copyrights, however, is a bit more complex. Recording a collection of a work of photographs with the U.S. Copyright Office should provide you with a useful tool to swiftly remove infringing articles from major online U.S. marketplaces. Good Luck!

Q. Looking for info on how a city trademarks its slogan. Is there a legal process for this? Ie NYC- City that never sleeps

January 16, 2023

A: Such commonly recognized slogans are challenging to register.

A USPTO examiner would very likely issue an office action refusal based on "failure to function as a trademark" because such common slogans are not distinctive and consumers would not clearly identify that a municipality was the originating source of the goods/services in connection with the mark. Having said that, there are many subjective layers to trademark application and prosecution. A good trademark attorney can craft excellent persuasive arguments. The specific facts of the case are essential to crafting said arguments.