Our Legal Team
Meet the experienced attorneys and dedicated professionals who make Legal Emphasis a trusted partner for businesses nationwide.
Our Attorneys
Our attorneys bring diverse backgrounds and deep expertise across multiple practice areas.
Allan Todd Marks
(Senior IP Attorney)
Allan Todd Marks is a seasoned intellectual property attorney known for helping businesses protect their ideas, brands, and innovations. He advises clients on trademarks, patents, and copyrights, ensuring their assets remain secure in competitive markets. His structured and practical approach makes him a reliable legal partner.
Focus: Trademark strategy, patent support, copyright protection, and overall IP advisory for businesses across multiple industries.
J.D., Berkeley School of Law
Member: California State Bar
Trademark Registration
Patent Prosecution
Copyright Protection
Trade Secret Enforcement
American Intellectual Property Law Association · California State Bar IP Section
Brian James Hamilton
(Senior IP Attorney)
Brian James Hamilton is an experienced IP lawyer focused on building and protecting strong intellectual property portfolios. He works closely with clients to secure their legal rights and navigate complex regulatory environments, ensuring long-term protection and growth.
Focus: IP portfolio management, trademark protection, patent guidance, and copyright compliance for modern businesses.
J.D., University of Maryland School of Law (Graduated May 2009)
Member: California State Bar
Trademark Clearance
Copyright Registration
IP Enforcement
Anti-Counterfeiting
International Trademark Association (INTA) · Texas State Bar IP Section
Jonathan Louis
(IP & Copyright Attorney)
Jonathan Louis is a highly skilled intellectual property m-attorney with extensive experience in copyright law, digital media protection, and brand rights management. She works closely with creatives, startups, and enterprises to secure and enforce their intellectual property across evolving digital platforms. Her approach combines legal precision with a deep understanding of creative industries, ensuring clients’ work remains protected and commercially viable.
Focus: Copyright protection, digital rights management, licensing agreements, and IP litigation for creative professionals and media companies.
J.D., Columbia Law School
Bar: New York State Bar
Copyright Protection
Digital IP
Licensing Agreements
IP Litigation
International Trademark Association (INTA) · New York State Bar IP Section
Malcolm Sparks
(Senior Patent Attorney)
Malcolm Sparks is an experienced patent m-attorney specializing in helping innovators protect their technological advancements. With a strong background in engineering and law, he assists clients in patent drafting, filing, and prosecution across multiple jurisdictions. His strategic insight helps businesses secure competitive advantages by safeguarding their inventions and navigating complex patent landscapes.
Focus: Patent drafting, patent prosecution, innovation protection strategies, and IP portfolio development for tech and manufacturing industries.
J.D., Stanford Law School
Bar: California State Bar
Patent Filing
Innovation Strategy
IP Portfolio
Patent Protection
International Trademark Association (INTA) · Texas State Bar IP Section
Our Paralegal Team
Our paralegals play a vital role in supporting legal operations, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and seamless handling of documentation across all practice areas.
Daniel Fernandez
Head of Documentation & Paralegal Operations
Daniel Fernandez leads the documentation and paralegal operations function, overseeing all legal records, filings, and internal workflows. He ensures that all processes are managed with precision, compliance, and consistency across the firm.
Senior operations leader with extensive IP documentation expertise
Trademark Registration
Patent Prosecution
Copyright Protection
Trade Secret Enforcement
Certified Paralegal (NALA)
Mark Wilson
Senior IP Paralegal
Mark Wilson supports intellectual property matters by assisting with filings, maintaining legal documentation, and ensuring accurate handling of trademark and patent-related processes.
Senior IP paralegal specializing in trademark and patent support
Trademark Clearance Searches
USPTO Filings
Patent Support
Portfolio Management
Certified Paralegal (NALA)
USPTO Filing Specialist
Mark Dawson
Senior IP Paralegal
Mark Dawson provides structured support in IP documentation and filing work, ensuring all legal records are properly prepared, organized, and submitted on time.
Senior IP paralegal with a focus on copyright and enforcement actions
Copyright Registration
DMCA Compliance
Infringement Documentation
Case Preparation
Certified Paralegal (NALA)
Jim Evans
Senior IP Paralegal
Jim Evans assists in managing intellectual property workflows, supporting attorneys with documentation, filings, and coordination of case-related tasks.
Junior paralegal developing skills in intellectual property law
IP Research
Filing Preparation
Data Management
Administrative Support
Paralegal Studies Certificate
Matthew Frazier
(Senior IP Paralegal)
Matthew Frazier contributes to IP operations by handling documentation, supporting filings, and maintaining organized legal records for smooth case progression.
Junior paralegal building foundational experience in intellectual property law
IP Support
Document Filing
Records Management
Legal Assistance
Paralegal Certification
Testimonials
Our Clients Trust Us Completely
The Trademark Review Process Was Smooth, Clear, And Extremely Professional. Everything Was Carefully Explained Before Moving Ahead With The Registration Filing. Their Knowledge And Communication Truly Built Confidence. I’m Very Happy With Results.
Jason Miller
The Brand Protection Service Was Efficient, Reliable, And Impressively Well-Managed. Every Step Was Clearly Outlined Before Continuing Forward With The Filing Process. The Support And Expertise Really Stood Out. Completely Satisfied With Their Assistance.
Natalie Brooks
The Registration Consultation Was Informative, Detailed, And Exceptionally Organized. It Helped Me Understand Everything Before Starting The Trademark Application Process. The Guidance And Professionalism Were Outstanding. Very Impressed With The Service.
David Reynolds
The Trademark Advisory Service Was Thorough, Accurate, And Very Professionally Delivered. It Prepared Me Completely Before Proceeding Forward With The Legal Filing Steps. The Clarity And Support Made Difference. I’m Extremely Satisfied Overall.
Emily Watson
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