Kristin H. Altoff

Kristin H. Altoff is an intellectual property attorney who focuses on trademark counseling, brand strategy, and IP portfolio management. She works with businesses to protect their trademarks and intellectual property assets in both domestic and international markets. Her practice includes advising clients on trademark clearance, registration, prosecution, and maintenance. She also represents clients in trademark disputes, including litigation in federal courts and proceedings before the US Trademark Trial and Appeal Board.

Ms. Altoff earned her B.A. (Magna Cum Laude) from Boston University. She later received her J.D. (Magna Cum Laude) from American University Washington College of Law in 2002. Her legal education provided strong training in intellectual property law and administrative law. During law school, she served as an articles editor for The Administrative Law Review. Her academic achievements and editorial experience helped develop the legal research and analytical skills that support her practice.

Throughout her legal career, Ms. Altoff has advised clients on a wide range of intellectual property matters involving trademarks and brand protection. She helps businesses manage global trademark portfolios and address IP issues connected to corporate transactions. Her work includes negotiating licensing and settlement agreements and assisting with the transfer of intellectual property rights during business transactions. She also guides clients through enforcement actions to protect their brands from infringement and misuse.

In addition to her client work, Kristin H. Altoff is active in professional legal organizations related to intellectual property law. She participates in committees that address global trademark issues and brand protection policies. Her work has been recognized by respected legal publications for excellence in trademark prosecution and strategy. Through her practice and professional involvement, she continues to help businesses protect valuable intellectual property while navigating the evolving legal landscape of trademarks and brand management.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP
• Member, District of Columbia Bar Association
• Member, Virginia State Bar

Licensed State

• District of Columbia
• Virginia

Education

• American University Washington College of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Boston University
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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