The International Trademark Association (INTA) has recognized Thompson Coburn partner Shoko Naruo as a Rising Star. INTA’s Rising Star program was launched with the aim of identifying and nurturing upcoming leaders and active contributors in the field of intellectual property. Honorees are chosen based on their dedication to enhancing the IP profession or INTA as an organization. The Rising Stars, selected from firms and companies around the world, heard from INTA leaders at a recent gathering.
Shoko has registered and enforced trademarks in nearly 200 countries across major global brands. She helps clients build and manage large trademark portfolios, advising them on the most effective strategies to enforce their IP rights. She negotiates and drafts license agreements and other agreements related to intellectual property and advises on domain name disputes, copyright ownership, registration, fair use and infringement issues.
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