Ferdinand IP Launches Arbitration Practice Group

Ferdinand IP, an internationally-recognized boutique law firm, announced the formation of its arbitration practice group, to be led by industry veterans Tom Halket, Jed Ferdinand and Ted Weitz. The new group will focus on helping clients handle the arbitration and mediation of domestic and international intellectual property disputes, from preparing dispute resolution clauses through mediation and the arbitration, to arbitration-related litigation.

Ferdinand IP specializes in intellectual property, licensing, corporate law and litigation. The firm has an exceptional track record of success handling arbitrations for clients related to intellectual property, technology, corporate and contract matters worldwide. Combined, Halket, Ferdinand and Weitz have 90 years of arbitration experience in a variety of disciplines in the resolution of IP disputes.

Tom Halket has more than 40 years of corporate and commercial experience in securities and business counseling, joint ventures, mergers and acquisitions, private financings and domestic and international commercial transactions. He also regularly acts as neutral in complex commercial and international mediations and arbitrations. Much of his work both as counsel and neutral has pertained to technology and intellectual property matters.

Jed Ferdinand has litigated matters in state and federal courts, and before U.S. and international arbitration tribunals for more than 20 years. During his career, Jed has handled a number of high-profile cases for consumer products manufacturers, technology companies, brand owners, media companies and celebrities, including cases for Oprah Winfrey, Jessica Simpson, Pepsi, John Deere, Camuto Group and many other clients.

Ted Weitz has over 35 years of experience as both in house and outside counsel, largely in technology matters and companies, including principal legal responsibility for major matters and as general counsel for technology companies. Currently, his practice centers on corporate matters for emerging companies, including organization, financing, contracts and compliance; on transactional work for entities of all sizes; and on dispute resolution.

About Ferdinand IP

Ferdinand IP is an internationally-recognized boutique law firm, specializing in intellectual property, licensing, corporate law, and litigation. The firm works with clients in the manufacturing, fashion, media, entertainment and consumer products industries and has locations in Westport, Conn., New York City, Silicon Valley and San Diego. The company also has a presence in Europe through 24IP Law Group.