Overview

Joseph Villapol is an experienced intellectual property attorney who focuses on trademarks, copyrights, name/image/likeness (NIL) rights and licensing. He uses creative acquisition, protection and exploitation strategies to maximize the value of clients’ intellectual property rights. Joe’s global perspective enables clients to acquire and protect IP rights both in the United States and internationally. His solutions-oriented approach helps clients anticipate and overcome obstacles.

Representative Experience

• Negotiated and drafted license agreements with internet influencers on behalf of nationally-renowned apparel and cosmetics companies.
• Expanded and protected a cosmetic company’s global IP portfolio and managed transfer of those assets in a $200 million acquisition by a global competitor.
• Structured global brand strategy and conducted IP due diligence for an aeronautics and defense company in connection with a $300 million asset sale.
• Designed and implemented nationwide policing programs for renowned luxury brands in the fashion and cosmetics fields.
• Drafted technology and SaaS agreements on behalf of providers in the healthcare field.

Prior Work Experience

• Bryan Cave LLP
• Ladas & Parry LLP