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Samantha Levin

is a graduating JD student of George Mason University Antonin Scalia Law School, class of 2020, whose education and internship experience has focused on copyright law, trademark law, startup law, and entertainment law. Select internship and clerkship experiences include the Entertainment Software Association, the National Music Publishers’ Association, the United States Copyright Office, and the Center for the Protection of Intellectual Property.

Recent Articles by Samantha Levin

(Not) Copyright Infringement: Is dbrand Infringing Nintendo’s IP?

Is imitation really the highest form of flattery? Nintendo might not think so after seeing dbrand’s latest Switch skin set. The Nintendo Switch has become extremely popular amidst social distancing, work from home, and stay at home requirements during the COVID-19 pandemic. The console’s combination of handheld and traditional features, along with its wide variety of games, appeals to a large audience and provides an engaging way to spend time at home.