Joseph Nabor
Fitch, Even, Tabin & Flannery
Joseph T. Nabor is a partner at Fitch Even Tabin & Flannery LLP and has chaired the firm’s Trademark, Brands, and Copyright Practice Group since 1989. During that time, he has prosecuted thousands of domestic and foreign trademark applications, including renewals and affidavits of use.
Joe’s practice comprises primarily trademark work—both prosecution and litigation, domestic as well as international—along with copyright and patent counseling. He has been extensively involved in the conduct of discovery, the negotiation of settlement, an extensive motion practice, as well as obtaining and defending against the issuance of injunctions. Joe has been the lead attorney in hundreds of Oppositions before the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board (TTAB), in addition to directing oppositions and similar proceedings internationally.
All manner of clients, from start-up companies to Fortune 100 leaders in numerous industries, have sought Joe’s counsel for sophisticated brand and portfolio development strategies. These transactions have included securing trademark rights throughout the world. Joe has also been involved in the acquisition of the intellectual property portfolios of many industry leaders. His clients rely on Joe’s practical approach, which starts with listening to the client to understand the desired outcome, then applying his experience and knowledge to best position the matter, while looking beyond just the legal perimeters to strategically reach the targeted goal.
A frequent speaker and author, Joe has been sought after for presentations on U.S. legal issues throughout the World.
