Practice areas: Intellectual Property; view more
Licensed in California since: 2003
Education: Southwestern Law School
Languages spoken: English, Japanese, Spanish
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Michael N. Cohen is the founder and principal attorney of Cohen IP Law Group, PC, located in Los Angeles, California. Dedicating his practice to intellectual property law, he handles matters involving patents, trademarks, copyrights and complex IP litigation. He represents entrepreneurs, startups and established businesses throughout California, delivering strategic counsel to safeguard their vital innovations, brand identities and proprietary assets while navigating competitive market landscapes with sophisticated legal solutions.
After completing his undergraduate studies at Arizona State University, Mr. Cohen earned his Juris Doctor from Southwestern University School of Law in 2002. Admitted to The State Bar of California in 2003, he is registered to appear before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. His federal practice spans the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit and the U.S. District Courts for the Southern, Northern, Eastern and Central Districts of California.
An AV Preeminent* peer-review rated attorney through Martindale-Hubbell, Mr. Cohen is recognized for his exceptional legal knowledge and high ethical standards. Throughout his career, he has successfully represented numerous clients ranging from independent creators to major corporations. His dedicated advocacy consistently yields favorable judgments and multimillion-dollar recoveries, demonstrating a proven capability to resolve high-stakes intellectual property disputes in federal court.
Notably, Mr. Cohen served as lead counsel in Batra v. PopSugar Inc., securing a $2 million settlement on behalf of a social media influencer and class members. The high-profile class action lawsuit alleged copyright infringement, intentional interference with contractual relations and unfair competition claims against PopSugar. This substantial outcome highlighted his ability to hold prominent digital media platforms accountable while protecting intellectual property rights for modern content creators.
*AV®, AV Preeminent®, Martindale-Hubbell Distinguished and Martindale-Hubbell Notable are certification marks used under license in accordance with the Martindale-Hubbell certification procedures, standards and policies. Martindale-Hubbell® is the facilitator of a peer-review rating process. Ratings reflect the anonymous opinions of members of the bar and the judiciary. Martindale-Hubbell® Peer Review Ratings™ fall into two categories – legal ability and general ethical standards.
Practice areas
Intellectual PropertyFocus areas
Copyrights, Intellectual Property Law, Patents, Trademarks
- 100% Intellectual Property
First Admitted: 2003, California
Professional Webpage: https://patentlawip.com/about-us/michael-n-cohen-esq/
Bar / Professional Activity
- State Bar of California, 2003
- Federal Patent Bar, registered to practice before the United States Patent and Trademark Office, 2002
- U.S. District Court – Eastern District of California
- U.S. District Court – Southern District of California
- U.S. District Court – Central District of California
- U.S. District Court – Northern District of California
- U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit, Washington, D.C.
- National Association of Patent Practitioners
- American Intellectual Property Law Association
- American Bar Association – Intellectual Property Division
- Beverly Hills Bar Association – Intellectual Property Section
- American Chemical Society
- Los Angeles Intellectual Property Law Association
- Jewish Federation, EMET Legal Division
Verdicts / Settlements (Case Results)
- Yuyama Manufacturing vs. JVM Co., Ltd.: Represented defendants, a Korean manufacturer of medical devices, in a multimillion-dollar patent infringement litigation spanning several years across multiple countries. Resulted in a defence verdict and attorney fees for Defendants.
- Sierra Network, Inc. v. Nader Faraji et al.: Represented plaintiff against counterfeit infringement of Al Fakher hookah tobacco. Obtained an injunction and damages against the defendant.
- Sleep Innovations, Inc. vs. Sinomax USA: Represented defendant, a Chinese manufacturer of mattresses, in connection with claims of trademark and trade dress infringement. Resulted in a favorable confidential settlement and dismissal of monetary claims.
- Batra v. Popsugar: Obtained a $2,115,000 settlement for Plaintiff, a social influencer, as well as other class members, against Popsugar in a class action lawsuit for copyright infringement, intentional interference with contractual relations, and unfair competition claims, and other claims.
- Gorilla Nation Media, LLC vs. Media Mayhem Corporation: Represented defendant, a marketing and media company, against claims of breach of contract and unfair business practices. Resulting in a favorable confidential settlement and dismissal of monetary claims.
- Inhale, Inc. vs. Oglesby & Butler et al.: Represented defendant Better Life Products, Inc. for allegations of trademark infringement and cyber piracy, resulting in a favorable settlement and dismissal of all monetary claims.
- Lions Gate Entertainment, Inc. vs. Upscale Homeless: Represented defendant, a start-up clothing line, against a movie studio for allegations of copyright and trademark infringement. Obtained favorable settlement and dismissal of all monetary claims.
- Estate of Michael Jackson vs. Heal the World Foundation: Represented defendants in a trademark infringement action against the executors and estate of Michael Jackson, resulting in a favorable confidential settlement.
- Moroccanoil vs. Royal Moroccan: Represented defendants against trademark infringement and unfair competition claims by a highly litigious plaintiff. Upon winning a motion in limine just prior to trial, the plaintiff was forced to settle in a highly favorable confidential settlement agreement for our client.
- Skechers USA v. Eliya: Successfully represented defendant Bernie Mev against allegations of patent and trade dress infringement involving shoe designs, resulting in a favorable settlement for clients.
- Reflex Media v. Internet Labz: Represented plaintiff, owner of misstravel.com, and obtained a $309,600 judgment against defendants for copyright and trade dress infringement.
- Cram v. Universal Pictures, et al: Represented plaintiff in trade dress and unfair competition claims against Universal. Resulting in a favorable settlement for plaintiff.
- Microsoft Corporation v. Anytime Techies, et al.: Represented defendant against Microsoft, alleged to have engaged in trademark infringement, false advertising, cybersquatting, and other related claims. A highly favorable confidential settlement was reached for our client.
- Beats Electronics, LLC v. J. Dangoor Investments, et al.: Counterfeit claims brought by Apple/Beats. We successfully set aside a default judgment of 1.3 million dollars. This case resulted in a favorable settlement agreement for our clients.
- Design Collection v. Kohl’s Department Stores, Inc, et al.: Successfully represented Kohl’s Department Stores, Inc. against allegations of copyright infringement and other claims, resulting in a favorable settlement for Kohl’s.
- In the Matter of CARTRIDGES FOR ELECTRONIC NICOTINE: Represented a defendant in an International Trade Commission (ITC) proceeding brought by JUUL Labs, Inc. regarding allegations of patent infringement of vape delivery systems. We obtained a cost-effective settlement for our client.
- Unite Eurotherapy v. Walgreens Co.: Successfully represented Walgreens against allegations of intentional interference with contractual relations and unfair competition claims, leading to a highly successful settlement.
- Employees v. Travel Agency: Represented former employees in connection with invasion of privacy claims. After a ten-hour mediation, we obtained a seven-figure settlement.
- Dermalogica v. Target Corporation: Successfully represented Target against allegations of trademark infringement, intentional interference with contractual relations, and unfair competition claims, leading to a highly successful settlement.
Representative Clients
- Tecogen
- Walgreens
- Kia
- Hyundai
- Kohl’s
- Bandai, Inc.
- Bonfit America, LLC
- KOI Group, LLC
- Urasawa
- Eurocinema, LLC
- HAAN, Corporation
- Villa San Juliette Holdings, LLC
- Sick Puppies
- Night Ranger
- Nigel Lythgoe
- Damon Wayans
- The 88
- We Are The Fallen
- 1 Advanced Technologies, LLC
- Green Tech, Corp.
- EMI Software, LLC
- Atlantis Energy, LLC
- JVM Co. Ltd.
- Infostream Group, Inc.
- Sinomax Enterprises Ltd
- Al Fakher Tobacco
Educational Background
- Southwestern University School of Law, Juris Doctor, 2002 — Paul W. Wildman Scholar; National Trial Competition Finalist.
- Arizona State University, Bachelor of Arts, Emphasis in Biological and Chemical Sciences, 1996
Scholarly Lectures / Writings
- Interviewed, BBC News Radio: Legal Ramifications of Robert Sillerman’s stake in the Elvis Presley Enterprises, April 2006
- Speaker, Patent Bar Review, Park Law Firm, Los Angeles, California, November 2006
- Speaker, IP and Business Issues for the Australian Technology Company’s Entry to the US Market, Canberra Australia Business Council, Canberra, Australia, April 2007
- Interviewed, Videojug.com as Legal Expert on Intellectual Property Law, August 2007
- Speaker, Intellectual Property in Film, Institute for International Film Financing, Santa Monica, California, October 2007
- Interviewed, KSRO AM/CNN Affiliate Radio: US Supreme Court’s Ruling Impacting Internet Pornography, May 2008
- Speaker, Nanotechnology and Clean Technology Forum, San Bernardino, California, August 2008
- Interviewed, BlogTalkRadio.com with Urban Lyfe Styles, Trademark and IP Ownership, December 2008
- Lecturer, CLE, Trademark Primer for the Business Lawyer, Attorney Credits, May 2010
- Quoted, Law360 Interview, Trademarks May Help Companies Skirt Patent Woes, June 2010
- Quoted, California Apparel News “LA-Based Wildfox Couture Pulls Goods After Hells Angels Lawsuit”, September 2011
- Quoted, The Wall Street Journal, “In Shift, Pinterest Says to Pin Your Own Stuff”, March 26, 2012
- Quoted, Tages Anzeiger, Switzerland, article regarding accusations of defamation against Der Sonntag publication, July 10, 2012
- Quoted, Klein Report, Switzerland, “US law firm threatens the newspaper ‘Der Sonntag’ with complaint, July 11, 2012
- Interviewed, KABC 790AM radio with Bryan Suits Show regarding Landmark Redskins Trademark Decision, June 18, 2014
- Speaker, Retiro Empresarial with Carlos Marquez, Rancho Mirage, California, December 7, 2014
- Speaker, LA Gadget Expo, regarding IP rights, December 6, 2015
- Interviewed, EstrellaTV Noticias 62 television regarding El Chapo and trademarks, January 28, 2016
- Interviewed, Entertainment Tonight television regarding Kanye West’s Famous music video, June 27, 2016
- Interviewed, Los Angeles Business Journal, “Intellectual Property & Licensing Law Roundtable. What Businesses Need to Know,” November 14, 2016
- Quoted, Hollywoodlife.com, Black Chyna vs Kardashians regarding trademark dispute, December 8, 2016
- Quoted, Northern California Record, “Biotech ‘trial of the century’ could determine who owns CRISPR,” December 16, 2016
- Quoted, LA Times, “Can Gene Simmons trademark his horns gesture?” June 15, 2017
- Interviewed, CBS AM 1070, regarding Supreme Court ruling on “The Slants” trademark and impact on the Redskins, June 19, 2017
- Speaker, IP and Patents for Medical and Recreational Marijuana in Southern California, Santa Monica, California, March 30, 2018
- Visiting Lecturer, IP Rights and Cannabis, Southwestern University School of Law, Los Angeles, California, June 30, 2018
- Quoted, Law.com, Weight Watchers Trademark Name Change, September 26, 2018
- Quoted, Corporate Counsel, EasyGroup Could Have Tough Time in Trademark Suit Against Netflix, October 4, 2018
- Quoted, Corporate Counsel, Kaepernick’s Trademark Application for Face, Hair Is ‘Ambitious’ IP Lawyer Says, October 12, 2018
- Quoted, Leafly, MedMen’s Cannabis Trademark Try: PR Stunt or Genius Move?, October 30, 2018
- Quoted, Climbing.com, Can Climbing Guidebooks Survive the Digital Age-and Do They Need To?, September 3, 2025.
- Quoted, NBC News, Student Palestinian group claims UCLA trademark complaint is effort to stifle speech, November 7, 2018
- Quoted, Leafly, Is a Tobacco Giant Trying to Take Over the Vape Pen Market?, December 11, 2018
- Interviewed, Nobody Listens to Paula Poundstone Ep 39 – In Harmony, April 8, 2019
- Quoted, Bloomberg, Man Who Claims to be Bitcoin’s Inventor Registers Copyright for Its Code, May 21, 2019
- Quoted, The New York Times, How a Brand Name Becomes Generic, June 24, 2019
- Quoted, Business Insider, Brought to You By, Makin’ Whoopee Cushion, April 1, 2020
- Quoted, Foundr.com, How to Patent an Idea. And Is it Really Worth it?, April 19, 2020
- Interviewed, KABC News 7, COVID-19 Contact Tracing API, April 30, 2020
- Interviewed, USFL, regarding USFL trademark dispute, June 16, 2021
- Quoted, Business Insider, Why a small-business owner is waging an expensive battle for its name against Oura, the $2.5 billion health-tech company, February 23, 2023
- Quoted, Billboard Magazine, Journey's Neal Schon v. Everyone: Will Band Members Go 'Separate Ways'?, March 23, 2023
- Quoted, Billboard Magazine, From Taylor Swift to KISS, the Bootleg Music Merch Business is Hurting Artists- And It's Getting Worse, April 16, 2024
- Interviewed, CBS KENS 5, Why Wemby's lawsuit over unauthorized merch may be 'setting a precedent' for his career, October 16, 2024
- Quoted, DailyMail.com, The mystery of Meghan's jam... from a sticky issue with the trademark to the Montecito farmers who know nothing about its production, February 15, 2025
Honors
- Chambers and Partners: USA Spotlight Intellectual Property Law, 2026
- Ranked among the Top U.S. Trademark Firms in 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2014, and 2015, Intellectual Property Today Magazine
- California Trademark Infringement Law Firm of the Year, Global Law Experts®, 2016 and 2017
- Member of the Order of Distinguished Attorneys, Beverly Hills Bar Association
- Million Dollar Advocate Forum, certified member
- Super Lawyers® Intellectual Property and Intellectual Property Litigation, 2012-2014, 2019-2021, 2023-2027
- AV® Rated Peer Reviewed Attorney by Martindale-Hubbell 2017-2026
Industry Groups
- Intellectual Property
- Intellectual Property Litigation
- Patent Law
- Startups
- Technology
- Trademark Law
Office location for Michael N. Cohen
11400 W Olympic Blvd
Suite 200
Los Angeles, CA 90064
Phone: 323-929-8674
Selections
8 Years Super Lawyers
3 Years Rising Stars
- Super Lawyers: 2019 - 2021, 2023 - 2027
- Rising Stars: 2012 - 2014
