Saunders & Silverstein LLP

11/19/2025

We are proud to support the wonderful and important work of Our Neighbors Table, and our team had a great time putting these kits together. You can help too! Visit the link to learn how. www.ourneighborstable.org/ways-to-donate.html

Thank you to the team at Saunders & Silverstein LLP from Amesbury for purchasing and assembling dozens of toiletry bags last week. It was a big project and will mean so much to the people we serve!
There are so many ways to give back. Join us at ourneighborstable.org/how-you-can-help.

10/09/2025

The TTAB has spoken — for the first time, it’s weighing in on trademark expungement under the Trademark Modernization Act.

This new ruling clarifies how excusable non-use will be evaluated, with implications for brand owners, registrants, and petitioners alike.

Read our breakdown of the case and what it means for future expungement and cancellation proceedings: https://hubs.ly/Q03MY5Pg0

08/28/2025

We are proud to share that Managing Partner Aaron Silverstein has been named a 2025 "Go To Lawyer" in Intellectual Property by Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly.

This special edition recognizes top attorneys across Massachusetts who are leaders in their field with a long history of success.

Congratulations, Aaron, on this well-deserved honor!

🔗https://hubs.ly/Q03FTMC90

08/14/2025

🎶 Fake albums. Real consequences.

From ODESZA to Charlotte De Witte, artists are fighting back against AI-generated impostor albums using trademark law — while the proposed NO FAKES Act waits in Congress.

Our latest blog explains how this new form of infringement works, the legal tools artists can use, and why stronger protections are needed now.

🔗https://hubs.ly/Q03CFTJq0

08/12/2025

We’re pleased to welcome Brien Miceli to Saunders & Silverstein!

A recent graduate of the University of New Hampshire Franklin Pierce School of Law, Brien adds valuable experience from his years in market research and business consulting as an analyst and project manager. We look forward to the insight and fresh perspective Brien brings to our team.

Read more about Brien here: https://www.sandsip.com/en/team/brien-miceli/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=bio

07/30/2025

🎶 “You better lose yourself in the music…” — and Meta just might have.

Eminem’s music publisher is suing Meta for $110 million, claiming the company used 243 of his songs without a license across Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp.

Here’s what the lawsuit says — and why it matters for the music and tech industries: https://hubs.ly/Q03zqT_d0

06/09/2025

Saunders & Silverstein LLP Achieves a New Milestone

We’re proud to share that Saunders & Silverstein LLP has been ranked for the first time in the 2025 edition of Chambers USA, recognized for excellence in Intellectual Property law in Massachusetts.

This acknowledgment reflects the dedication, depth, and talent of our team, and we’re honored to have been recognized.

Read more here: https://hubs.ly/Q03rmtk40

05/01/2025

🎬 Trademark drama hits the small screen!

In the latest blog from Saunders & Silverstein, we explore how universities like Pepperdine and Duke are making waves with claims of unauthorized trademark use in TV shows—and what the courts are saying about artistic freedom vs. brand protection.

Catch up on the full story here: https://hubs.ly/Q03kvB-J0

04/11/2025

The Saunders & Silverstein LLP team is heading to San Diego for the International Trademark Association (INTA) Annual Meeting. Let us know if you're attending, we'd love to catch up.

And drop your recommendations for food, drinks, coffee and must-see attractions below!

04/09/2025

Understanding the legal complexities of embedding copyrighted content is crucial, as courts differ on interpretations of the "Server Test."

Kaitlyn Garvin explains in our latest article. Read it here: https://hubs.ly/Q03gzBMr0

02/13/2025

Love is in the “Air” this Valentine’s Day!

Nike is celebrating 40 years of Air Jordan with the return of the legendary Air Jordan 1 High ’85 “Bred” – the sneaker that sparked a movement.

Infamously “banned” by the NBA, this shoe’s legacy runs deeper than its rebellious roots. Beyond the hype, Nike has been fiercely protecting its intellectual property, securing trade dress rights over the AJ1’s design – from its signature panels to the iconic sole.

Read more here: https://hubs.ly/Q036DR3C0

02/03/2025

We are honored to share that Saunders & Silverstein LLP has achieved Silver ranking in the 2025 World Trademark Review WTR 1000 rankings of Recommended Law Firms. This recognition underscores our unwavering commitment to excellence in trademark law and the trust our clients place in us.

The WTR 1000 is a globally respected guide spotlighting the world's leading trademark professionals. Earning a place in this distinguished ranking reflects our dedication to delivering top-tier legal counsel and protecting brands worldwide.

A special congratulations to Matthew Saunders, Aaron Silverstein, and Michael Rizzo for their individual rankings in the WTR 1000. Their work, passion, and dedication continue to drive our firm's success and strengthen the protection of our clients' brands.

We are grateful to our clients, colleagues, and the entire Saunders & Silverstein team for their continued support. Here’s to another year of innovation and excellence in trademark law!