Crystal T. Broughan

Crystal T. Broughan is a shareholder at Marks Gray, focusing her practice on intellectual property and insurance matters. She handles trademarks, trade secrets, copyright infringement, and domain name disputes, guiding clients in preparing and filing applications, drafting licensing agreements, and creating non-compete and non-disclosure agreements. Her practice also includes representing clients before the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board and the World Intellectual Property Organization.

In addition, Ms. Broughan manages both third-party and first-party insurance defense cases, including detailed insurance investigations and litigation on behalf of insurance companies’ special investigation units. She has handled complex matters involving coverage disputes and bad faith claims, offering strategic insights that help clients mitigate risk. Her balanced approach ensures that businesses and insurers receive comprehensive support when resolving intricate legal challenges.

Ms. Broughan earned her Bachelor of Science and Juris Doctor from Florida State University, completing her J.D. in 1990. She is admitted to practice in Florida and before the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit and the Northern, Middle, and Southern District Courts of Florida. Her experience allows her to counsel clients on emerging legal trends while advocating for their best interests in court.

Throughout her career, Ms. Broughan has been recognized for her accomplishments, earning an AV rating from Martindale-Hubbell and inclusion in Florida Super Lawyers from 2017 to 2021. She was honored as Best Intellectual Property Attorney at the 2016 BizTech Innovation Awards and named Insurance Attorney of the Year by the Florida Insurance Fraud Education Committee in 2012. These distinctions underscore her commitment to delivering exceptional legal service.

She participates in the Defense Research Institute’s Intellectual Property Litigation Committee and the International Trademark Association, reflecting her commitment to professional development. Additionally, she has served on committees of The Florida Bar and the Jacksonville Bar Association. Combining thorough legal knowledge with practical guidance, Ms. Broughan protects clients’ IP and insurance interests in a competitive marketplace.

Ms. Broughan’s forward-thinking counsel helps clients protect innovations, address complex disputes, and safeguard brand identities. Whether guiding policyholders or advising on trademark enforcement, she delivers effective representation in a changing market.

Office & Affiliation

• Shareholder, Marks Gray
• Master, Chester Bedell American Inn of Court
• Legal Section member, Jacksonville Women’s Network
• Member, Defense Research Institute Intellectual Property Litigation Committee
• Member, International Trademark Association
• Member, Florida Bar Association
• Member, Jacksonville Bar Association

Education

• Florida State University
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Florida State University
  Bachelor of Science (BS)

Licensed

• Florida

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