Sideman & Bancroft is pleased to announce the Firm has been recognized in the 2025 World Trademark Review 100 (WTR), ranking silver in both Prosecution and Strategy and in Enforcement and Litigation. In addition, Partners Kelly McCarthy, Beatrice Martinet, Ian Boyd, Zachary Alinder, Jeffrey Hallam, Lyndsey Heaton, and Richard Nelson were also recognized individually as recommended practitioners. Attorneys and law firms qualify for inclusion in the World Trademark Review 1000 solely on receiving positive feedback from market sources. The extensive research process was conducted over a four-month period by a team of full-time analysts and involved over 1,700 interviews with trademark specialists across the globe.
On Sideman & Bancroft, WTR stated:
“Sideman & Bancroft expertly manage global trademark matters from start to finish. Their US and EU attorneys collaborate seamlessly, ensuring clients never have to navigate different channels. With long-standing client relationships, the firm is trusted to deliver successful outcomes at fair prices. They consistently find ways to enhance processes and reduce costs.” …Kelly McCarthy crafts tailored brand protection programmes that drive global trademark growth and tackle counterfeiting head on. She has carved out a niche in the beauty and personal care industries, delivering exceptional portfolio management for top cosmetic brands… Béatrice Martinet stands out for ‘her unmatched ability to provide concise legal advice while keeping costs in check. She ensures local counsel fees align with the work performed, delivers timely and easily digestible responses, and maintains high-quality service by assigning projects to the appropriate paralegals, associates or partners based on the case’s subject matter, geography or profile.’ Versatile practitioner Ian Boyd is celebrated as ‘extremely knowledgeable, working efficiently and diligently to keep costs in check. He cannot be recommended enough. He is instrumental in securing successful registrations and expertly navigates the challenges of trade dress registration.’ Adding depth to the firm’s contentious offerings are Zachary Alinder, Jeffrey Hallam, Lyndsey Heaton and Richard Nelson. Alinder is a go-to partner for high-stakes matters, with his successful litigation setting significant precedents under the Lanham Act. Clients laud his responsiveness and efficient, business-friendly approach. Managing partner Hallam is a true brand protection expert. His direct approach and impressive results have attracted top brands. Heaton is the one you want in your corner when it comes to complex litigation. Brands appreciate her unwavering commitment, prompt responsiveness and meticulous attention to detail. Nelson brings extensive first-chair jury trial experience in both federal and state courts, boasting an impressive track record with 32 cases tried to verdict.”
