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Michael Machat is a highly experienced lawyer in Beverly Hills, California, known for his successful cases in trademark law and his creative approach to legal practice. Michael Machat is a distinguished private attorney who has achieved a rare feat of winning a case in the U.S. Supreme Court. His expertise lies in all aspects of trademark law, ranging from trademark selection and filing to representing clients in high-stakes battles all the way to the U.S. Supreme Court to safeguard their rights. Mr. Machat's clientele includes a diverse range of individuals and entities, such as start-ups, artists, entrepreneurs, wealthy businessmen, and even fellow lawyers. Apart from handling transactional matters, he has a proven track record of winning numerous jury trial cases, with his most recent victory resulting in over $700,000 for a client in a trademark infringement lawsuit. Known for his tenacity, Mr. Machat thrives on challenges and has successfully taken on major corporations, foreign governments, and state governments, often pitted against larger law firms. His landmark victory in the U.S. Supreme Court, where he secured a 9-0 decision and established fair use as a defense in trademark infringement cases, is a testament to his legal prowess. With a history of securing Six and Seven Figure Confidential Settlements for clients facing Fortune 500 companies, Mr. Machat has a reputation for taking on cases that others have overlooked and obtaining substantial financial compensation for his clients. In a notable case, he represented a former Holocaust survivor who was unjustly sued by the Federal Government of Germany for fraud, successfully defending the client and later recovering the funds that were wrongfully taken by unrelated individuals. In addition to his expertise in trademark law, Mr. Machat has a background in criminal defense and music law, representing a wide range of clients in the music industry. His innovative approach to legal practice sets him apart, as he utilizes creative strategies to achieve favorable outcomes for his clients.

Legal Issues

Trademarks
Trademark Litigation, Trademark Registration
Entertainment & Sports Law
Business Law
Business Contracts, Business Dissolution, Business Finance, Business Formation, Business Litigation, Franchising, Mergers & Acquisitions, Partnership & Shareholder Disputes
Intellectual Property

Certificates

No Certifications

Languages
    Accepted Jurisdictions
    9th Circuit Jurdictions
    9th Circuit
    Since 1992
    New York Jurdictions
    New York
    Since 1985
    Federal Circuit Jurdictions
    Federal Circuit
    Since 2020
    California Jurdictions
    California
    Since 1983
    U.S. Supreme Court Jurdictions
    U.S. Supreme Court
    Since 2004
    Experience
      Education
      UCLA School of Law Education School Logo
      UCLA School of Law
      J.D.
      Graduation year: 1980
      Duke University Education School Logo
      Duke University
      B.A.
      Graduation year: 1976
      Associations
      US Supreme Court Bar Professional Association
      US Supreme Court Bar
      has membership
      2004 - Current
      New York State Bar
                        
                                                     # 2006492 Professional Association
      New York State Bar  # 2006492
      has membership
      1985 - Current
      California State Bar Professional Association
      California State Bar
      has membership
      1983 - Current
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