Partner Brad Rose Speaks to Press About Trademark Claims Against Client Pharrell Williams
Partner Brad Rose, Chair of Pryor Cashman’s Intellectual Property Group, has been addressing media inquiries concerning recent reports that musician Will.i.am was taking legal action against firm client Pharrell Williams over the latter’s effort to trademark a brand called “i am OTHER.” Will.i.am’s attorney is denying that a lawsuit is being filed.
Rose, who has represented Pharrell Williams for many years and has extensive expertise in formulating, implementing and executing trademark clearance, told Variety for its article “Will.i.am’s Attorney Denies He’s Suing Pharrell Williams” that “statements made by Will and his advisors over the past two days amount to revisionist history in the face of the public condemnation against Will that has resulted after the story broke. The plain truth is that Will has obstructed every overture made by Pharrell to amicably resolve this matter and has steadfastly refused to engage in a dialogue.”
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