Taft attorneys Ashley Bennett Ewald and Marcus Sandifer will host the International Trademark Association North America (INTA) Roundtable “A Journey of a Dupe: Crossing the Line from Dupe to Counterfeit” on April 14 at Taft Atlanta. They will explore where lawful inspiration ends and trademark infringement begins, with a focused discussion on dupes, counterfeits and enforcement challenges facing brand owners today.

The International Trademark Association North America (INTA) is a global association of brand owners and professionals dedicated to supporting trademarks and complementary intellectual property (IP) to foster consumer trust, economic growth, and innovation, and committed to building a better society through brands. Their membership comprises more than 6,600 organizations from 182 jurisdictions and represent nearly 38,000 professionals, including brand owners from major corporations, small- and medium-sized enterprises, law firms, and nonprofits.

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Bennett Ewald is an experienced intellectual property litigator and trademark and copyright prosecutor. She represents clients in state and federal courts nationwide and advises clients internationally, primarily in cases related to trademark and copyright infringement, false advertising, trade dress, and unfair competition. She regularly advises clients on brand enforcement issues and global brand management.

Sandifer is an experienced business attorney who advises clients in the food and beverage, marketing, hospitality, sports, media, and entertainment law industries. He is a highly regarded attorney, known for guiding clients in highly regulated industries. His strategic and forward-looking legal counsel helps clients remain compliant, well-protected, and positioned for sustained growth.