Dinsmore & Shohl LLP’s trademark practice continues to earn national acclaim, once again securing a Gold ranking in Ohio and a Bronze ranking in Illinois in the 2025 World Trademark Review (WTR) 1000. These accolades highlight the Firm’s deep bench of trademark attorneys and its ability to handle complex brand protection strategies across jurisdictions.
The WTR 1000 review committee praised Dinsmore’s trademark team for its comprehensive practice and top-flight practitioners operating from coast to coast. The publication noted that “from high-stakes litigation to the coordination of international brand strategies, the ensemble goes above and beyond for its blockbuster clientele.”
Several of the Firm’s attorneys also earned individual recognition for their excellence in trademark law including:
- April Besl
- James (Jim) Dimitrijevs
- Karen Gaunt
- Tamara Head
- Grant Monachino
- James Theo
April Besl “appreciates the business-critical value of her patrons’ IP rights and places their objectives front and center of her efforts.”
“James (Jim) Dimitrijevs’ high level of attention to detail and very accessible advice is sought after by major retailers as well as consumer products and industrial manufacturing companies worldwide.”
Karen Gaunt “boasts over two decades in the game, possessing a blend of deep litigation and transactional expertise that empowers her to guide brand owners through both immediate challenges and long-term business strategies.”
Grant Monachino “is a leading expert in intellectual property rights, renowned for his proficiency and dedication to his clients. He offers informative, cost-effective, practical and business-oriented advice.”
Tamara Head was recognized for her work in Chicago “as a seasoned and business-savvy practitioner with an in-depth understanding of what in-house counsel need.”
James (“Jimmy”) Theo made his WTR 1000 debut this year, receiving high praise from a client: “James’ attention to detail, responsiveness and high-quality work make him a joy to work with. He is one of the finest attorneys—trademark or otherwise—extremely knowledgeable and very thorough.”
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