Robyn T. Williams

Robyn T. Williams

Devlin Law Firm - Partner, Co-Chair Trademark Practice Group
  • Intellectual Property, Trademarks, Patents ...
  • New York
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Biography

Ms. Williams’ legal practice is dedicated to intellectual property, entertainment law, advertising law, and related general business matters. She provides comprehensive services in IP prosecution, litigation, licensing, contracts, and strategic sales, serving clients across diverse industries. Ms. Williams advises clients on developing and managing robust intellectual property portfolios, emphasizing strategic brand protection and monetization. She also guides businesses through significant rebranding initiatives to ensure impactful market positioning.

In entertainment law, Ms. Williams counsels clients on content protection, rights clearances, talent agreements, licensing agreements, and complex copyright considerations, enabling creative businesses to securely thrive. Additionally, she advises clients on advertising matters, including regulatory compliance, marketing best practices, and strategies for protecting and maximizing intellectual property within promotional campaigns.

Ms. Williams is experienced in intellectual property litigation, successfully representing clients in patent, copyright, and trademark disputes before various U.S. district courts, the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board (TTAB), the Copyright Office Review Board, and the Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB).

Startups and early-stage ventures benefit significantly from Ms. Williams’ layered approach to intellectual property protection, tailored specifically to safeguard their assets through each phase of growth. Her strategic guidance helps clients build strong brand foundations, enhance business value, and position themselves effectively for long term success.

Committed to community impact, Ms. Williams dedicates pro bono efforts to criminal justice reform, reducing recidivism rates, and promoting diversity within the legal profession. She is the former board chair and continues to serve on the Board of Second Chance Center in Aurora, CO.

Practice Areas
Intellectual Property
Trademarks
Trademark Litigation, Trademark Registration
Patents
Patent Appeals, Patent Litigation, Patent Prosecution
Business Law
Business Contracts, Business Dissolution, Business Finance, Business Formation, Business Litigation, Franchising, Mergers & Acquisitions, Partnership & Shareholder Disputes
Entertainment & Sports Law
Additional Practice Areas
  • Copyright Law
  • Advertising, Marketing, and Promotional Law
  • Brand Management
Fees
  • Credit Cards Accepted
  • Rates, Retainers and Additional Information
    Ms. Williams is available for scheduled hour-long consultations. During the consultation, your legal needs, options, and possible courses of action will be discussed. Please contact her via Justia or email at rwilliams@devlinlawfirm.com to schedule a consultation.
Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
New York
New York State Office of Court Administration
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Languages
  • English
  • Spanish
Professional Experience
Devlin Law Firm
- Current
Franklin University
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Eckert Seamans Cherin & Mellott
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Rowan Innovation Venture Fund
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GlaxoSmithKline
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Verisk Analytics
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Education
University of Houston - Victoria
B.S. | Biology, Chemistry
Honors: magna cum laude
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Drexel University School of Law
J.D. | Intellectual Property Concentration
Honors: Outstanding Service Honors - Pro Bono Program
Activities: Due Diligence Fellow, Keiretsu Forum Mid-Atlantic Private Equity Investment Group
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Awards
Thurgood Marshall Award for Capital Representation
Thurgood Marshall Award
Professional Associations
American Bar Association
Member
Current
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American Intellectual Property Law Association
Member
Current
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Federal Bar Assoiciation
Member
Current
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New York State Bar Association
Member
Current
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Publications
Articles & Publications
How to Be a Lawyer: The Path from Law School to Success, Guest Chapter 12
Wiley
Speaking Engagements
Intellectual Property Monetization, Global Legal Forum, The Hague, Netherlands
Contract Rights and Wrongs Panel, Comic Book Legal Defense Fund
Representing Comic Book Creator Clients, National Academy of Continuing Legal Education, Comic Con, New York City
The Emperor's New Clothes: Digital Fashion, NFTs, Cryptocurrency, and the New Intangibles, Fordham Law, Fashion Law Institute, New York City
Panelist
Websites & Blogs
Website
Robyn Williams's Attorney Profile
Website
Devlin Law Firm LLC Website
Website
RTW
Legal Answers
30 Questions Answered
Q. We are a leading manufacturer of dairy goods from New Zealand , want trademark from USA , can any one help me regarding
A: Hi Jhimli,

Our firm can assist Milkio Foods with securing a U.S. trademark.

Please email me at rwilliams@devlinlawfirm.com so that we may discuss the process.

- Robyn T. Williams, Esq.
Q. it's more than 7 years I started to reveal my invention in USPTO by official lawyer, then no ending result and pending?
A: Hi Abbas,

Prosecution in the U.S. Patent Office is sometimes a lengthy process taking several years. If you want to take your product to market there may be additional ways to provide other protection depending on the type of product you intend to release. Please email me at rwilliams@devlinlawfirm.com to set up a call to discuss.

Robyn T. Williams, Esq.
Q. It was my idea for the slide to cover phone cameras I got inventionland caught red handed stealing it by fake Litigation
A: Additional information is required to properly assess your claim to IP rights. Email me at rwilliams@devlinlawfirm.com to set up time for a call to discuss.

Robyn T. Williams, Esq.
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Contact & Map
Devlin Law Firm
Intellectual Property Law
1526 Gilpin Ave.
Wilmington, DE 19806
US
Toll-Free: (888) 341-4457
Telephone: (302) 449-9010
Cell: (929) 900-5914
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