James Aquilina advises his clients on intellectual property (IP) procurement, strategic portfolio development and management, offensive and defensive dispute matters, licensing and anti-counterfeiting efforts. An internationally recognized IP strategist and leader in the field of U.S. design law, he counsels industry-leading and emerging clients in the areas of utility and design patents, trademarks, copyrights and trade secrets. His representative clients include global companies in the fields of: Personal apparel, including footwear and clothing Consumer packaged goods, including games and puzzles Medical devices Home furnishing Software James takes the time to understand his clients’ businesses and ensure the legal solutions he and his team deliver align with business purposes. He is a true partner to the companies he represents and provides guidance that is clear, succinct and actionable. James is the co-founder and editor in chief of Quarles’ Protecting the Product blog, which focuses on design-related legal rights.