Maurice N. Ross

Maurice N. Ross is a partner at Barton LLP, with nearly three decades of experience handling high-profile intellectual property, commercial litigation, and arbitration cases. He provides strategic counsel on copyrights, trademarks, patents, internet law, and social media issues, helping clients navigate the complexities of intellectual property procurement, licensing, and enforcement. His expertise spans industries such as fashion, entertainment, media, software, and biotechnology.

Ross earned his J.D. from New York University Law School, where he was a Law Review member, and his B.S. from Brown University, graduating magna cum laude. He is admitted to practice in New York, New Jersey, multiple U.S. District Courts, and the U.S. Courts of Appeals for the Federal, Second, and Fifth Circuits. His legal knowledge and trial experience make him a sought-after advocate in IP disputes, complex business litigation, and white-collar defense matters.

As lead trial and appellate counsel in major intellectual property litigation, Ross has represented pharmaceutical, technology, and entertainment companies in patent, copyright, and trademark cases. His litigation background also includes securities, RICO, lender liability, and antitrust cases. He frequently advises corporations on mergers, acquisitions, and licensing transactions, ensuring seamless intellectual property transfers.

Ross is a leading authority on attorney-client privilege and work product protection, serving as counsel of record in landmark cases that shape how these doctrines are applied. He is also a pioneer in eDiscovery and social media evidence, helping clients use emerging technologies strategically in litigation. His expertise in intellectual property and business law is widely recognized through his publications, presentations, and frequent speaking engagements.

Honored with the Thurgood A. Marshall Award for Pro Bono Representation and selected to Super Lawyers since 2019, Maurice N. Ross is a trusted legal strategist who delivers innovative and cost-effective solutions to complex legal challenges.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Barton LLP
• Member, New York State Bar Association
• Member, New York City Bar Association
• Member, American Intellectual Property Lawyers Association
• Member, American Bar Association
• Member, New York Intellectual Property Lawyers Association

Licensed State

• New York
• New Jersey

Education

• New York University Law School
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Brown University
  Bachelor of Science (BS)

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