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Emmett McAuliffe is a lawyer in Clayton, Missouri who specializes in assisting business clients with the protection and exploitation of their intellectual property portfolios, particularly in the fields of Arts & Entertainment and Evolving Media. With a background in intellectual property law, Emmett has extensive experience in trademark, copyright, and right of publicity issues, as well as commercial litigation and trial advocacy. He has represented a diverse range of clients, including musicians, artists, and fashion designers, both nationally and internationally. Emmett is also actively involved in the community, volunteering for various educational and charitable organizations. Emmett McAuliffe provides specialized legal services to clients in the music, film, art, fashion, and internet application/software design industries. He has successfully filed and prosecuted numerous trademark and copyright applications both in the U.S. and internationally. Emmett has represented IP-based businesses in a variety of matters, including asset protection, acquisition, financing, production, distribution, licensing, and litigation. In addition to his legal practice, Emmett is deeply involved in the Arts & Entertainment community. He has received prestigious awards and appointments, including a three-year gubernatorial appointment to the Missouri Arts Council and a Gold-record plaque from the Recording Industry Association of America. Emmett has also served on the boards of organizations such as the American Federation of Television and Radio Artists and the St. Louis Volunteer Lawyers and Accountants for the Arts. As an entertainment lawyer, Emmett has had the privilege of representing a wide range of creative individuals, from internet inventors to graphic artists to music stars. He has worked on various film and TV projects, including those involving well-known personalities like Kevin Kline and Kurt Warner. In the fashion industry, Emmett served as chief general counsel for Nelly\s Vokal Clothing Company. Emmett McAuliffe\s expertise in intellectual property law allows him to advise clients on developing effective long-term branding strategies that incorporate trademark, copyright, and right of publicity considerations. He is also a member of Riezman Berger\s Business Transactions group, where he handles a variety of contracts and documents as a lead negotiator. Emmett has significant experience in international litigation, commercial litigation, and trial advocacy, having tried numerous bench trials and jury trials to verdict. Outside of his legal practice, Emmett is actively involved in the community, volunteering for organizations such as Washington University, YMCA, and St. Louis Public Schools. He serves on the boards of several alumni associations and charitable organizations, demonstrating his commitment to giving back to the community. Emmett McAuliffe is a dedicated lawyer with a passion for helping clients protect and leverage their intellectual property rights. His extensive experience in intellectual property law, combined with his involvement in the Arts & Entertainment community, makes him a valuable asset to clients in Clayton, Missouri and beyond.

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