Mark A. Cantor

Mark A. Cantor: Experienced Intellectual Property Litigator in Royal Oak, Michigan

Mr. Mark A. Cantor is one of the founders of Brooks Kushman PC, a prestigious intellectual property firm based in Royal Oak, Michigan. Since joining the firm as a Shareholder in 1983 and continuing his commitment to service today, Mr. Cantor has dedicated over three decades to legal practice, specializing in Intellectual Property (IP) litigation.

Practice Areas

• Litigation - Intellectual Property
• Litigation - Patent
• Patent Law
• Trademark Law

In addition to his foundational role, Mr. Cantor has served as President of the firm from 2007-2018 and continues in his current position as General Counsel. His extensive experience covers a broad spectrum of complex litigation matters across all technology areas, including patents, trademarks, trade secrets, and copyrights.

Professional Philosophy

Mr. Cantor believes deeply in understanding the intricate alignment between clients' business strategies and their intellectual property goals. He views IP strategy creation as a tailored process, merging commercial realities with actionable plans that balance cost-effectiveness with an enforceable competitive edge.

Awards & Recognitions

• Lawyer of the Year: Patent Law, Detroit (2019)
• Recognized: Litigation - Intellectual Property
• Recognized: Litigation - Patent
• Recognized: Patent Law
• Recognized: Trademark Law

Multitudes of Brooks Kushman's largest clients rely on Mr. Cantor for trademark enforcement matters, and he has been recognized by leading industry publications for his in-court victories, including securing the largest trademark jury verdict in Michigan history.

Special Expertise

Mr. Cantor is particularly renowned for his success in trademark litigation. He handles inter partes administrative proceedings before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office and the International Trade Commission, as well as insurance coverage issues to reduce the cost of intellectual property litigation.

In addition to IP litigation expertise, Mr. Cantor excels at negotiating business-focused resolutions and developing creative solutions for seemingly intractable disputes. He has advised numerous clients on acquiring, managing, and licensing their intellectual property portfolios.

Mr. Cantor is a steadfast advocate for his clients' interests and has been integral to the firm's leadership over two decades as both President and General Counsel of Brooks Kushman PC.