John R. Zoesch III
Partner
Jack Zoesch keeps companies and entrepreneurs competitive when disputes and lawsuits arise. He helps clients, from government contractors to content creators, avoid the disruption brought by claims of breach of contract, infringement of intellectual property, and business torts. Jack deploys IP and trade secret protections that make clients’ businesses run better.
To protect clients, Jack registers vital trademarks and copyrights, addressing the agency pushback that can occur through office actions as well as opposition and cancellation proceedings. He aims to “litigation proof” IP portfolios and draws from his litigation experience in securing summary judgment, case dismissals, and favorable jury verdicts. Should infringement and other threats appear, Jack aligns the fight to the goal. Clients count on his candid case evaluations to determine their optimal legal strategies, from pre-suit to federal court trial and appeal.
Experience
Trademark, Copyright and Intellectual Property
- Defended health care provider against claims of breach of license agreement and trademark infringement in federal court, resulting in dismissal of action at the close of discovery.
- Mounted a trial defense for an auto dealer against claims of cybersquatting, false advertising, and unfair competition, which resulted in a defense verdict and subsequent affirmance on appeal.
- Arbitrated and litigated resolution for manufacturer and installer of specialized liners for manholes, pump stations, lift stations and sewer treatment plants in disputes arising out of license agreements.
- Defended clothing manufacturer against claims of breach of license agreement and trademark infringement, resulting in renegotiation of license agreement.
Government Contracts
- Obtained a defense verdict and final judgment in favor of a government contractor and its principals in litigation arising from a $90 million contract award by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. Obtained an award of attorneys’ fees and costs, some of which were recouped through the plaintiff’s post-trial bankruptcy.