Karen M. Hawkes

Karen M. Hawkes is a skilled trademark, copyright, and business law attorney, known for her strong advocacy and client-centered approach. She helps businesses and individuals protect their brand, creative work, and business interests. Her legal strategies focus on real-world outcomes, offering clear guidance in complex intellectual property and business law matters.

Karen holds a B.A. in Political Science from the University of Nevada Las Vegas and earned her J.D. from California Western School of Law. She was admitted to practice in California and the Southern District of California in 2005. Her education built a strong foundation for her focused work in intellectual property law.

Throughout her career, Karen has registered hundreds of trademarks and defended them before the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board and in court. She assists clients in selecting, filing, and protecting trademarks, helping them build lasting recognition and brand strength. Her work in copyright law includes registration, licensing, and infringement litigation.

In business law, Karen advises clients across various industries—from startups to established corporations—on entity formation, contract drafting, employment agreements, and shareholder relations. She is trusted for her practical business sense and legal precision, helping clients make informed decisions that support growth and reduce risk.

Karen’s clients include professionals from the software, apparel, publishing, and beverage industries, among others. He takes pride in being a legal resource for innovators and entrepreneurs, helping them safeguard their intellectual capital and navigate legal challenges confidently.

Karen M. Hawkes is an active member of several professional organizations. These include the State Bar of California, San Diego County Bar Association, Lawyer’s Club of San Diego, Association of American Trial Lawyers, and Provisors, Inc., with memberships dating back to 2005 and 2016. Her work is grounded in trust, responsiveness, and deep experience. She remains a steadfast ally to clients who rely on her to protect what they’ve built.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, Hawkes Law, APLC
• Member, State Bar of California
• Member, San Diego County Bar Association
• Member, Lawyer’s Club of San Diego
• Member, Association of American Trial Lawyers
• Member, Provisors, Inc.

Licensed State

• California

Education

• California Western School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Nevada Las Vegas
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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