Event Summary

Are you interested in learning more about trademarks?

What exactly are trademarks?

What is their function?

How can you use your trademark?

What's the difference between a registered and unregistered trademark?

What is a service mark?

Can you register a sound, smell, or color?

Come to this session and bring your questions!

Facilitator: Edward A. Fultz, Attorney, Reed Smith LLP

Edward A. Fultz is a graduate of Morehouse College and Howard University School of Law. Currently, he is a mid-level associate in the Entertainment and Media Group at Reed Smith in the Washington, D.C. office. He practices in all aspects of advertising, marketing, promotions, and brand protection. In addition, he drafts a variety of music contracts including mastering, mixing, producing, royalties, and rights of publicity.

He is involved with the guidance in the application of video games, NFTs, the metaverse, and Web3. He drafts trademark and copyright applications and maintains registrations, analyzes clearance opinions for risk assessments, and drafts cease and desist letters, which include the prosecution and enforcement of trademark rights. He has drafted, reviewed, and negotiated a range of agreements, including designer brand agreements, endorsement and talent agreements, and digital content licenses. He is involved with drafting terms and conditions and social media guidelines.

Outside the firm, Edward is a DJ for a variety of professional events in the Washington D.C. area. He is a chess instructor, where he mentors and instructs K-12 on the game of chess. Lastly, he is a Co-Host for The Common Nomad Podcast discussing the nuance of friendship.

Visit Reed Smith LLP online at: https://www.reedsmith.com/en

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Event Details

• Date

  February 20, 2024

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• Time

  11:00am - 1:00pm

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• Venue

  Online