ATLANTA (October 5) – Kilpatrick Townsend & Stockton LLP announced today that Managing IP has named Partner Melissa Capotosto as a 2023 “Rising Star.” The distinction recognizes some of the best up-and-coming intellectual property practitioners in private practice who have contributed to the success of their firms and clients. Although selection is primarily based on an individual’s contributions and expertise, Managing IP also takes into account their activities in the IP community.

“Rising Stars” is a part of the industry-leading ranking of MANAGING IP STARS -- an exclusive annual publication based on a six-month research project, starting from September each year. The research covers a variety of IP practice areas and more than 70 jurisdictions. Rankings are based on a weighted review of information submitted by firms, publicly available information, and market feedback.

Kilpatrick Townsend Partner Melissa Capotosto is based in Atlanta and focuses her practice on global trademark portfolio management, including clearance, prosecution, enforcement, and counseling. Melissa works with clients to strategically develop and expand their brands in the United States and internationally. She has extensive experience with global clearance and filings programs and has managed trademark filings in 175 countries globally. Melissa engages with foreign counsel to work through complex prosecution issues and has successfully resolved hundreds of international and cross-jurisdictional disputes for clients engaged in a variety of industries including entertainment, tech, retail, e-commerce, and transportation & travel.

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