About Mr. Berman
Douglas Scott Berman is a U.S. trademark attorney, fluent in Mandarin, with over 15 years of experience advising Western companies on trademark, copyright, and international transaction matters in Greater China and New York.
He works closely with U.S., PRC, and international counsel to implement global filing programs and provides strategic guidance on market entry, risk mitigation, and enforcement. Fluent in both the U.S. and Chinese systems, Mr. Berman delivers actionable legal guidance that helps clients align their goals in Asia with broader global portfolio objectives.
Brand Protection & Enforcement Experience
Mr. Berman has extensive experience in acquiring and protecting high-value marks, safeguarding copyrights, and managing domain disputes through UDRP proceedings and litigation. His cross-border practice helps clients build defensible brand strategies while coordinating effectively across multiple jurisdictions.
Professional Community Involvement
Mr. Berman is an active contributor to the intellectual property community. He has lectured on Chinese IP topics at universities and is a regular participant at the International Trademark Association (INTA) conference.