Donika Pentcheva has been invited to Columbia University School of Professional Studies’ Frame Your Future Event Series!

*** Per Columbia University, the Frame Your Future event series spotlights the forces redefining organizations and leadership. The upcoming Columbia University event will focus on how artificial intelligence (“AI”) is changing the workplace. While there is not a definitive playbook for AI yet, as noted by Columbia University, it is believed— *** By way of […]

The State of Texas Supreme Court Seeks Comments on Proposed Rule Changes

*** The Supreme Court of Texas is inviting public comments on proposed amendments to Texas Rule of Civil Procedure 13 and Texas Rules of Appellate Procedure 9 and 52 and the proposed repeal of Texas Rule of Civil Procedure 57, as set forth in Misc. Docket No. 26-9054.  Per the State of Texas Supreme Court, […]

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PepsiCo, Inc. Is Heading To The United States Supreme Court On A Trademark-Strength Case

*** On June 29, 2026, the United States Supreme Court granted a Petition for A Writ of Certiorari in a case, titled “RiseandShine Corporation, DBA Rise Brewing v. PepsiCo., Inc.” The case involves an issue involving trademark strength pursuant to 15 U.S.C. § 1114. *** ***

Donika Pentcheva Has Been Invited To The Council For A Domain Registry Company

*** Donika Pentcheva has been invited to the Council to one of the largest domain registry companies in the world. *** ***

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Donika’s research is cited in “U.S. Legal Practice: Practical Guide Civil Law and Public Law”

“U.S. Legal Practice: Practical Guide Civil Law and Public Law” addresses both German lawyers and international companies that come into contact with U.S. law in practice.  Thematically, the presentation comprises the essential features of U.S. process and contract law.  In addition, this work includes other important subject areas such as environmental law and the law […]

Donika’s research as Law Practice Management Committee Leader is cited in “Novelty and Ownership: Intellectual Property in Architecture and Design”

An article contribution in the journal Technology|Architecture + Design, titled “Novelty and Ownership: Intellectual Property in Architecture and Design” by Martina Decker, Assistant Professor at the New Jersey Institute of Technology, posits as follows: Throughout history, architects have prided themselves on their problem-solving skills and their ability to overcome obstacles.  They have found new ways […]

Donika Pentcheva has been named to “The Best Legal Counsel List for 2018”

Donika Pentcheva has been named to “The Best Legal Counsel List for 2018” for intellectual property law.  Best Legal Counsel selects lawyers utilizing a proprietary multi-phase selection process that combines Best Legal Counsel’s independent research and peer nominations and evaluations.  Individuals are nominated by identification through Best Legal Counsel’s research, survey of managing partners, and […]

Lawyers of Distinction recognizes Donika for excellence in intellectual property law

Lawyers of Distinction recognized Donika as a 2018 Lawyer of Distinction for excellence in intellectual property law.  Lawyers of Distinction members have been selected based upon a review and vetting process from the Lawyers of Distinction Selection Committee. Nomination does not guarantee membership.  All prospective members are subject to final review after submitting their application […]