Practice areas: Intellectual Property, Intellectual Property Litigation; view more
Licensed in California since: 2001
Education: Southwestern Law School
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Brian Kinder is the founder of The Kinder Law Group, based in Irvine, California, where he counsels businesses, entrepreneurs and innovators on various intellectual property matters. His practice encompasses patents, trademarks, copyrights, international intellectual property protection, infringement litigation and related intellectual property issues. Through his work, he helps clients develop strategies to protect and enforce their valuable intellectual property assets in an increasingly competitive marketplace.
Mr. Kinder advises clients on the registration, management and protection of intellectual property rights in the United States and abroad. He works with businesses of all sizes to navigate the complexities of intellectual property law, helping them secure legal protections for their innovations, brands and creative works. His experience also includes representing clients in intellectual property disputes and infringement matters, providing guidance designed to safeguard their interests while supporting their long-term business objectives.
Known for his practical and client-focused approach, Mr. Kinder assists organizations in identifying potential risks and opportunities related to their intellectual property portfolios. He is committed to delivering strategic legal counsel that enables clients to make informed decisions and maximize the value of their intellectual property assets.
An academic scholar, Mr. Kinder earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from California State University, Fullerton, in 1996. He went on to attend Southwestern University School of Law, where he graduated cum laude with his Juris Doctor in 2000. During law school, he was a member and associate editor of the Law Review. He also received American Jurisprudence Awards in Copyright, Evidence and Alternate Dispute Resolution.
Mr. Kinder is admitted to practice before all California state courts, all California federal courts and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 9th Circuit. Active in the legal community, he is a member of the Orange County Bar Association, the International Trademark Association, the Intellectual Property Law Section of The State Bar of California and the American Bar Association.
Practice areas
Intellectual Property, Intellectual Property LitigationFocus areas
Copyrights, Intellectual Property Law, Patents, Trademarks
- 70% Intellectual Property
- 30% Intellectual Property Litigation
First Admitted: 2000
Professional Webpage: https://tklglaw.com/brian-p-kinder/
Bar / Professional Activity
- Member Orange County Bar Association, 2026
- State Bar of California
- United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit
- California Federal Courts
- California
- Member Intellectual Property Law Section of California State Bar, 2026
- Member Litigation Section of California State Bar, 2026
Verdicts / Settlements (Case Results)
- Trademark Trial and Appeal Board: Cancellation Proceeding - GUARDSLINK. When my client with a pending trademark application for TGS GUARDLINK360 was refused registration based upon a prior trademark registration for GUARDSLINK, I filed a petition to cancel the cited registration on behalf of my client. The Trademark Trial and Appeal Board granted my petition for cancellation and ordered the GUARDSLINK registration cancelled. The refusal to register my client's application was then withdrawn and their application was approved for registration., 2026
- Sweet James v. Sweet Justice Trademark Infringement Litigation: U.S. District Court, Central District of California Outcome: Case dismissed pursuant to confidential settlement agreement. Description: Defended a trademark infringement action by personal injury attorneys SWEET JAMES against our client’s use of the SWEET JUSTICE trademark. Did we win? We can’t tell you because it is confidential, but you can come to your own conclusion here: www.sweetjustice.com (client is still using the trademark)., 2024
- Trademark Trial and Appeal Board: Cancellation Proceeding – NOTARY NATION. When my client with a pending trademark application for NOTARY NATION was refused registration based upon a prior trademark registration for the same mark, I filed a petition to cancel the cited registration on behalf of my client. The Trademark Trial and Appeal Board granted my petition for cancellation and ordered the NOTARY NATION registration cancelled. The refusal to register my client's application was then withdrawn and the application was approved for registration., 2023
- Trademark Trial and Appeal Board: Cancellation Proceeding – FULL SMILE. When my client with a pending trademark application for FULLER SMILES was refused registration based upon a prior trademark registration for FULL SMILE, I filed a petition to cancel the cited registration on behalf of my client. The matter was resolved by way of a confidential settlement agreement, but included a public co-existence and consent agreement. I was then able to persuade the Trademark Office to withdraw the refusal to register my client's application and get my client's application approved for registration., 2025
- Trademark Trial and Appeal Board: Cancellation Proceeding - MOOCHIES FOR MOOCHERS. When my client with a pending trademark application for MOOCHERS ONLY was refused registration based upon a prior trademark registration for MOOCHIES FOR MOOCHERS, I filed a petition to cancel the cited registration on behalf of my client. The matter was resolved by way of a confidential settlement agreement, but included a public co-existence and consent agreement. I was then able to persuade the Trademark Office to withdraw the refusal to register my client's application and get my client's application approved for registration., 2025
- Trademark Trial and Appeal Board: Cancellation Proceeding – MR. KOLOHE. A third party filed a petition to cancel my client’s registration for MR. KOLOHE and I defended the client in the proceedings. After months of litigation and contested proceedings, I filed a motion seeking entry of judgment and dismissal of the proceedings. The Trademark Trial and Appeal Board granted my motion and dismissed the proceedings with prejudice allowing my client to retain ownership of their registration., 2024
- Trademark Trial and Appeal Board: Cancellation Proceeding - TAURUS. When my client with a pending trademark application for TAURUS was refused registration based upon a prior trademark registration for the same mark, I filed a petition to cancel the cited registration on behalf of my client. The Trademark Trial and Appeal Board granted my petition for cancellation and ordered the TAURUS registration cancelled. The refusal to register my client's application was then withdrawn and the application was approved for registration., 2024
- MIB Security Group v. MIB-Shield. Trademark Infringement Litigation: U.S. District Court, Central District of California - obtained $1.6 million summary judgment for trademark infringement and domain name cybersquatting on behalf of a client., 2024
- Trademark Trial and Appeal Board: Cancellation Proceeding - NOVATECH MULTIMEDIA & SECURITY. When my client with pending trademark applications for NOVATECH and NOVATECH PRO was refused registration based upon a prior trademark registration for NOVATECH MULTIMEDIA & SECURITY, I filed a petition to cancel the cited registration on behalf of my client. The Trademark Trial and Appeal Board granted my petition for cancellation and ordered the NOVATECH MULTIMEDIA & SECURITY registration cancelled. The refusals to register my client's applications were then withdrawn and the applications were approved for registration., 2024
- Trademark Trial and Appeal Board: Cancellation Proceeding - EXAGE. When my client with a pending trademark application for XAGE3 was refused registration based upon a prior trademark registration for EXAGE, I filed a petition to cancel the cited registration on behalf of my client. The Trademark Trial and Appeal Board granted my petition for cancellation and ordered the EXAGE registration cancelled. The refusal to register my client's application was then withdrawn and the application was approved for registration., 2024
- Trademark Trial and Appeal Board: Cancellation Proceeding – STR. When my client with a pending trademark application for STR NATURAL was refused registration based upon a prior trademark registration for STR, I filed a petition to cancel the cited registration on behalf of my client. The matter was resolved by way of a confidential settlement agreement, but included a public co-existence and consent agreement. I was then able to persuade the Trademark Office to withdraw the refusal to register my client's application and get my client's application approved for registration., 2024
- Trademark Trial and Appeal Board: Cancellation Proceeding – ORGANIC LOVE. When my client with a pending trademark application for LOVE IS ORGANIC was refused registration based upon a prior trademark registration for the ORGANIC LOVE, I filed a petition to cancel the cited registration on behalf of my client. The Trademark Trial and Appeal Board granted my petition for cancellation and ordered the ORGANIC LOVE registration cancelled. The refusal to register my client's application was then withdrawn and the application was approved for registration., 2023
- Trademark Trial and Appeal Board: Cancellation Proceeding – NEW SHOOTS. When my client with a pending trademark application for SHOOTZ was refused registration based upon a prior trademark registration for the same mark, I filed a petition to cancel the cited registration on behalf of my client. The Trademark Trial and Appeal Board granted my petition for cancellation and ordered the NEW SHOOTS registration cancelled. The refusal to register my client's application was then withdrawn and the application was approved for registration., 2022
Representative Clients
- Trademark Transactional Client: NIKOLAY. Global ballet and dancewear brand, 2026
- Trademark Transactional Client: EASY CARE. National pool and spa chemical products., 2026
- Trademark Transactional Client: CODEBREAKER. National consulting services., 2026
- Trademark Transactional Client: MAUI SANDALS. National footwear and clothing products., 2026
- Trademark Transactional Client: NOVATECH. National networking and cabling installation services., 2026
- Trademark Transactional Client: TARA. International hair care and hair styling products., 2026
- Trademark Transactional Client: COLORPROOF. International hair care and hair styling products., 2026
- Trademark Transactional Client: COBRA. National motorcycles parts and accessories., 2026
- Trademark Transactional Client: NOVA. National medical assistance products., 2026
- Trademark Transactional Client: RODEO 39. Real estate developer and public market, 2026
Special Licenses / Certifications
- Pepperdine University School of Law Mediation Certificate, 2015
Educational Background
- California State University, Fullerton, B.A., 1996
Scholarly Lectures / Writings
- Common Issues Encountered in Trademark Infringement Lawsuits Intellectual Property Department, 2015
Other Outstanding Achievements
- OC Metro Lawyer of the Year, 2013
Honors
- Received award acknowledging excellence in the practice of intellectual property law., Lawyers of Distinction, Lawyers of Distinction, 2026
- Received a rank of perfect 10 in the area of trademark applications from Avvo.com., Perfect 10 Rating Trademark Applications, Avvo, 2026
- Graduated from law school with honors (cum laude)., Cum Laude, Southwestern University School of Law, 2000
- Member and Associate Editor of the Southwestern University Law Review., Associate Editor, Southwestern Law Review, 1998
Industry Groups
- International Trademark Association
Office location for Brian Kinder
19200 Von Karman Avenue
Fourth Floor
Irvine, CA 92612
Phone: 949-835-5961
Selections
- Rising Stars: 2008
