Kerry A.Barrett

Kerry Barrett focuses her practice on policing, defending, and enforcing intellectual property rights in the United States and abroad, specifically in the areas of trademark, trade dress, trade secrets, design patents, copyright, false advertising, and unfair business practices.

Kerry's practice includes intellectual property litigation, domestic and international trademark prosecution and enforcement, copyright registration and enforcement, as well as defending brands from online threats. She also manages global trademark and domain name portfolios and regularly counsels clients regarding the use and enforcement of intellectual property rights worldwide. Kerry provides day-to-day advice on worldwide brand development and protection.

She has represented clients in state and federal courts throughout the United States and in proceedings before the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board (TTAB). Kerry has been responsible for major aspects of litigation, including drafting pleadings and motions, drafting and responding to discovery requests, and favorably negotiating discovery disputes. Kerry has participated in multiple trials, including drafting witness direct and cross-examination outlines, preparing witnesses for examination, preparing exhibits, and drafting post-hearing briefs. She has been on several trial teams for cases tried to complete defense verdicts.

In addition, Kerry has substantial experience in intellectual property matters related to mergers, acquisitions, and other strategic transactions. She reviews the intellectual property portfolio of target companies to identify potential issues and provides creative solutions to facilitate the signing and closing of transactions.

Kerry is active in the Firm's pro bono practice. She serves on the Executive Board of the Young Lawyers' Section of the Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Association.