About Keith Medansky

Keith Medansky is a partner in the Chicago office of DLA Piper. He was one of the founders of the firm’s IP practice over 38 years ago and is co-chair of the Chicago IP practice focusing on trade marks and copyrights. He leads global brand protection programmes and handles complex IP matters involving brand strategy, licensing, M&A, tax and bankruptcy. Keith has successfully litigated worldwide, including one of the first trials under the Federal Dilution Act. He serves clients from start-ups to multinationals across the hospitality, technology, restaurant, franchise, education and consumer industries. Keith is a frequent speaker on IP and has taught IP classes and seminars around the world.