Mark Brutzkus
Litigation - Intellectual Property
Litigation - Intellectual Property
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Mark is a Partner at the firm, and he is Chair of the Consumer Products practice group.Mark specializes in representing consumer product companies in corporate, commercial, intellectual property, finance, transactional, merger and acquisition, insolvency, e-commerce, and sourcing matters. For over 30 years, Mark has been steeped in the apparel and textile space, building relationships with the leading players, and leveraging his experience to guide apparel, textile, and other consumer product clients during start ups, capital transactions, mergers, and acquisitions. Mark has the requisite unique, industry-specific experience to assist clients with navigating the best paths to success.Mark and the firm represent consumer product and apparel clients in the following:Business formation and structuringCommercial and business litigationContract negotiationsCorporate finance and secured transactionsE-commerce protectionEmployment and independent sales representation agreementsFactoring and financingFinancial planning and restructuringLabeling requirementsLabor and employmentLeasing of manufacturing facilities, warehouse, showroom and retail facilitiesLicensing and franchisingLitigation and dispute resolutionsMergers and acquisitionsReal estate acquisitionsStock and equity transactionsTaxation mattersTrademark, copyright and other forms of intellectual propertyUnfair competition Mark is a Partner at the firm, and he is Chair of the Consumer Products practice group.Mark specializes in representing consumer product companies in corporate, commercial, intellectual property, finance, transactional, merger and acquisition, insolvency, e-commerce, and sourcing matters. For over 30 years, Mark has been steeped in the apparel and textile space, building relationships with the leading players, and leveraging his experience to guide apparel, textile, and other consumer product clients during start ups, capital transactions, mergers, and acquisitions. Mark has the requisite unique, industry-specific experience to assist clients with navigating the best paths to success. Mark and the firm represent consumer product and apparel clients in the following:
Jurisdiction
California
State Capital
Sacramento
Highest Court
California Supreme Court
Bar Association
State Bar of California
Typical Consultation
$150-$300
Typical Hourly Range
$250-$450/hr
Fee Model Notes
Hourly or flat-fee billing is common.
Estimates vary by market, complexity, urgency, and attorney experience.
Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2023
Joseph Davis
Our company, a mid-sized consumer products manufacturer, faced a complex, multi-faceted crisis. A former distributor was infringing on our copyrighted packaging designs while simultaneously breaching several key commercial agreements, threatening our brand and revenue. We needed an attorney who could navigate the intersecting worlds of intellectual property, commercial litigation, and corporate strategy seamlessly. Mark Brutzkus was that attorney. From our first consultation at his Sherman Oaks office, his nearly four decades of experience were evident. He didn't just see a lawsuit; he saw a business problem that needed a strategic legal solution. His deep specialization in representing consumer product companies meant he instantly understood our industry's pressures. Mark and his team at Stubbs Alderton & Markiles meticulously built our case, leveraging his recognized expertise in copyright and commercial litigation. He was always prepared, explaining complex legal strategies in clear, business-focused terms. The result was a highly favorable settlement that not only stopped the infringement and recovered damages but also restructured our distribution agreements to prevent future issues. His role as Chair of the firm's Consumer Products practice group wasn't just a title; it translated into actionable, industry-savvy counsel. Mark is more than a brilliant litigator; he's a strategic partner who protects your entire business.
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