Knobbe Martens Olson & Bear LLP

Partner

Charlene Azema counsels clients in domestic and international trademark and copyright portfolio management, including searches, prosecution, licensing, enforcement, due diligence and IP contracts. She also works with clients on developing IP procurement and expansion strategies and provides guidance on matters related to domain names, social media, and brand marketing and advertising, and has extensive experience protecting and enforcing certification marks. She has a business-minded focus for her clients and provides tailored strategies that address her clients’ business needs and goals.

Charlene represents clients in several industries including cryptocurrency and blockchain, fashion and apparel, food and beverage, ad tech, entertainment, film and media, technology and electronic devices, construction, medical devices and services, consumer goods, and restaurant services, among many others. She is a regular speaker on IP issues including via webinars, seminars, and to trade groups, and she was invited to speak at the APEC 2023 Conference.

Charlene is Co-Chair of the firm’s Trademark and Brand Protection Group and is a member of the firm’s Executive, Mentorship, and Diversity Committees.