Law Office Of Shanen R. Prout
Advocates for businesses in sophisticated California federal and state copyright,
trademark, trade secret, commercial, and corporate litigation.
The Firm
We provide civil litigation, business transactional, and legal counseling services in sophisticated and novel matters involving Copyright, Trademark, Trade Secret, Corporate, Commercial, Business, and Employment law, often at the intersections of these fields across new and dynamic business models and technologies.
We represent an array of clients, including mid-cap and small-cap companies, foreign businesses operating in California, start-ups, families, trusts, and individuals. Our clients include e-commerce platforms, manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, retailers, apparel and accessory companies and designers, trucking and logistics companies, entertainment producers and studios, events services providers, artists, writers, content licensors and licensees, software and mobile application developers, food services businesses, among others.
We aim always to provide stellar legal services efficiently and transparently that accomplish optimal outcomes for our clients. Our goal is to become a long-standing, valued member of our client’s business teams and to do so as a high-value proposition. We believe that we’ve done well to achieve this goal since opening the Firm in 2008.
Protect Your Business and Assets with Proven Legal Expertise.
Our services are transparent, efficient, and tailored specifically to each client’s needs. We don’t handle cookie cutter cases—most of our work involves complex and often novel claims, defenses, and legal issues. We value our integrity and the honest analysis of the facts and law. We develop practical solutions aimed at settling matters before making significant investments in the case. If that is not possible, however, then we vigorously and strategically advance our clients’ interests and artfully present their cases at trial to maximize the best possible outcomes.
Legal and Risk Management Expertise.
Our firm advocates for plaintiffs, defendants, and third parties in federal and state civil lawsuits, arbitrations, mediations, and investigations, representing business entities, partnerships, trusts, and individuals in all stages of disputes from pre-suit demands and settlements through bench and jury trials.
Intellectual Property Litigation
We counsel and advocate for clients in identifying, protecting, registering, and litigating claims concerning rights in intellectual property and related business transactions.
Business and Corporate Litigation
Our firm operates in California’s federal and state courts, representing plaintiffs, defendants, and non-party witnesses, including businesses involved in government investigations. With extensive experience in various legal roles, we manage cases through all phases, from pre-filing strategies to post-trial motions and judgment enforcement, ensuring a comprehensive approach to legal disputes.
Fashion Law
We work with fashion designers, apparel manufacturers, licensors/licensees, and retailers on a variety of matters they frequently encounter.
Business Transactions Law
Analysis, structuring, negotiating, drafting, and advising on various agreements and deals.
Corporate Law and Business Ventures
We work with privately held enterprises during the exciting and stressful time of planning, fundraising, hiring, contracting, and capitalizing.
New Media and E-Commerce Law
We deal with numerous emerging and evolving legal issues related to cyberspace, new media, and e-commerce.
Creditors’ Rights, Debt Collection & Asset Recovery, Enforcement of Judgments
We represent creditors satisfy judgments and recover assets from debtors and third parties.
Shanen R. Prout
Shanen R. Prout was admitted to the State Bar of California in 2005. He is licensed to practice law before the following courts:
☉ All California state courts (Cal. State Bar no. 236137)
☉ U.S. District Court for the Central District of California.
☉ U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Central District of California.
☉ U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California.
☉ U.S. District Court for the Southern District of California.
Client Value
We are dedicated to providing exceptional value through our specialized legal services, designed to meet the unique needs of our clients. From safeguarding your intellectual property to expertly navigating complex contracts, our team ensures your interests are protected and your goals are achieved.
Intellectual Property Protection
Intelligent Contract Negotiation
Tenacious Dispute Resolution
Comprehensive Compliance Counsel
Innovative Business Structuring
Clients Say
We are proud to share the experiences of our valued clients. Their testimonials reflect our commitment to excellence, dedication, and exceptional legal service.
Clients Say
We are proud to share the experiences of our valued clients. Their testimonials reflect our commitment to excellence, dedication, and exceptional legal service.
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