About John
John P. Margiotta: Experienced Intellectual Property Attorney in New York City
John P. Margiotta is a renowned attorney specializing in intellectual property law, with expertise spanning contentious and non-contentious matters. His practice encompasses copyright, trademark, trade dress infringement, design patent, anti-counterfeiting, unfair competition, false advertising, trademark dilution, breach of contract, right of publicity, First Amendment issues, and internet-related matters.
Practice Areas
- Copyright Law
- Litigation - Intellectual Property (including contentious areas like copyright infringement)
- Trademark Law
Margiotta serves a diverse array of clients across numerous industries, with a particular focus on the luxury fashion, watch, and jewelry sectors. His clientele includes prominent figures in these fields, providing him with deep insight into their unique challenges and opportunities.
Education & Credentials
- Bar Admissions:New York State Bar Association
- Awards:Recognized as a Lawyer of the Year in Trademark Law, New York City (2023); Recognized: Copyright Law, Litigation - Intellectual Property, and Trademark Law by leading legal industry publications.
- Education:Harvard University
Margiotta has honed his legal acumen throughout his career, consistently advising on trademark clearance and registration issues, copyright registration and protection strategies, gray goods enforcement techniques, as well as international portfolio management. His comprehensive knowledge covers a broad spectrum of industries including luxury brands, watches, jewelry, shoes, apparel, wine and liquor, banking, auditing, consulting, entertainment, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, facilities management services, publishing, and software.
Firms
- Fross Zelnick Lehrman & Zissu PC: Current Law Firm in New York City, representing clients in contentious and non-contentious intellectual property matters.
Affiliations
- New York Intellectual Property Bar Association
- Legal Elite USA by Best Lawyers
Margiotta actively engages in the legal community, regularly speaking at conferences and seminars. His dedication to excellence and service has earned him recognition and respect within his field.
