Greenberg & Lieberman, LLC - Washington, DC

The IP Lawyers for a Virtual World

Greenberg & Lieberman, LLC is a boutique intellectual property law firm in Washington, DC that has carved out a unique niche in the legal landscape. Founded in 1996 by Michael Greenberg and Stevan Lieberman, the firm was one of the first to recognize the legal complexities of the internet and virtual worlds. 🌐 While they handle traditional patent and trademark matters with expert proficiency, they are perhaps best known for their pioneering work in Domain Name Disputes and virtual property rights. Located at 1750 H St NW, the firm combines the agility of a small practice with the heavy-hitting capabilities needed to litigate against major corporations and government entities.

Specialized Areas of Practice

The attorneys at Greenberg & Lieberman are technologists as well as lawyers. They understand the underlying code and infrastructure of the assets they protect, which gives them a distinct advantage in court.

• Domain Name Law: Representing clients in UDRP (Uniform Domain-Name Dispute-Resolution Policy) proceedings to recover stolen domains or defend against reverse domain name hijacking.
• Intellectual Property Litigation: Filing and defending lawsuits related to patent infringement, trademark dilution, and copyright theft in federal courts.
• Military Law: Uniquely, the firm also possesses expertise in military defense, representing service members in courts-martial and administrative separation boards.
• Patent Prosecution: Guiding inventors through the USPTO process for software, mechanical, and business method patents.

Protecting Digital Assets

In an era where a company's most valuable asset is often its website or software, Greenberg & Lieberman acts as a digital fortress. They have successfully recovered high-value domain names for clients and have been involved in shaping the legal standards for virtual goods. 🔒 The firm's culture is one of accessibility and responsiveness; they pride themselves on being available to clients when urgent internet-based crises arise, such as server takedowns or online defamation attacks. Their client roster ranges from individual software developers to international tech conglomerates.

Strategic Location Near the White House

The firm's offices are located at 1750 H St NW, Suite 360, a prime location just steps from the White House and the Lafayette Square historic district. This proximity to the seat of federal power is more than just symbolic; it facilitates the firm's work with federal agencies and courts. The building itself is a modern, high-security facility that reflects the professional stature of its tenants. For clients facing complex IP challenges in the physical or digital world, Greenberg & Lieberman offers a sophisticated and battle-tested legal defense.