Shumaker Earns Top Spot in Florida in IAM & WTR’s First-Ever Copyright 1000 Rankings

Shumaker has been distinguished as a top copyright firm in the Florida jurisdiction by the inaugural IAM & WTR Copyright 1000, a global guide identifying leading copyright practitioners and firms across key regions worldwide.

In addition to the firm’s overall recognition, Shumaker’s St. Petersburg Managing Partner Mindi Richter and Partner Todd Timmerman were individually named among Florida’s leading copyright attorneys. Partner Alex Long also received individual recognition in North Carolina. These accolades underscore the depth and strength of Shumaker’s intellectual property (IP) practice and its commitment to helping clients protect, enforce, and maximize the value of their creative and business-critical assets.

Patrick Horne, Partner and Intellectual Property National Service Line Leader at Shumaker, commented on the recognition: “We are honored to be recognized in the IAM & WTR Copyright 1000, and we are especially proud of Mindi, Todd, and Alex for their individual honors. This distinction reflects the exceptional caliber of our intellectual property team and the sophisticated counsel they provide to clients navigating complex copyright and broader IP matters.”

Mindi Richter, who is board certified by the Florida Bar as an Intellectual Property Law Specialist, litigates a broad range of IP cases nationwide. Her practice includes trademark, patent, and copyright infringement, as well as trade secret misappropriation, unfair competition, and domain name disputes. Richter also frequently handles trademark cases before the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board of the United States Patent and Trademark Office.

Todd Timmerman specializes in IP protection, managing a wide array of IP and technology-related litigation and transactional matters. He assists clients in developing sound IP protection and enforcement strategies to secure and maximize the value of their critical IP assets. Timmerman also handles trademark and copyright registration, licensing, transfers, and other business transactions.

Alex Long brings extensive experience in patent, trademark, and copyright prosecution, counseling, and licensing. He represents clients as both plaintiff and defendant across diverse industries including retail, manufacturing, finance, technology, sports and entertainment, media, and solar energy. Long has litigated patents, trademarks, and copyrights, and prosecuted patent applications in mechanical, electrical, and chemical fields.

The Copyright 1000 – The World’s Leading Copyright Professionals is a unique guide focused exclusively on copyright law and practice. It identifies leading copyright practitioners across key jurisdictions worldwide and serves as a trusted resource for businesses, creators, rights holders, and counsel seeking outstanding copyright expertise. Shumaker is one of only five firms ranked in the Florida jurisdiction.

Shumaker’s Intellectual Property Service Line supports clients in protecting, defending, and maximizing the value of their IP assets in a global marketplace. Covering patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets, the team provides robust IP counsel essential for competitiveness in today’s innovation-driven economy.

With a team of over 300 attorneys and advisors, Shumaker is positioned to help businesses move forward with confidence in managing their intellectual property portfolios and navigating complex legal challenges.