Jordan, Lynn

Lynn Jordan has 30 years of experience representing clients in all aspects of trademark law, from selection of marks through federal court appeals. She is particularly adept at helping clients understand the business and legal risks associated with the adoption, use, and registration of trademarks. Lynn is recognized for her expertise in handling trademark matters for major entertainment, news, and media companies, particularly regarding the interplay between trademark law and the First Amendment. Lynn has handled countless clearance, prosecution, and enforcement matters involving trademarks used as titles of or elements in motion pictures, television programs, books, and video games, as well as collateral merchandise associated with these properties.

Recognized by her peers and clients as an “accessible, hands-on practitioner with an immense understanding of media law and corporate realities,” Lynn has been recognized as both an “IP Star” and among the “Top 250 Women in IP” by Managing Intellectual Property Magazine. She has also been ranked among the top trademark lawyers by World Trademark Review 1000, and has been designated as a WTR World Leader.

Prior to co-founding Kelly IP, a trademark boutique firm, in 2013, Lynn practiced trademark law with a large international law firm where she represented clients in diverse business sectors.