David Bell

David Bell is a Partner at Haynes Boone, LLP, specializing in trademark law and social media practices.1 He advises multinational corporations and emerging companies on brand protection and enforcement.1 David is known for his expertise in:

1. Building and enforcing trademark applications worldwide1
2. Handling litigation, Trademark Trial and Appeal Board proceedings, and domain name disputes1
3. Conducting international and complex trademark clearance searches1
4. Protecting trade dress for various industries, including footwear, apparel, foods, beverages, cosmetics, and restaurants1

David founded the firm's Social Media Practice Group, one of the first interdisciplinary practices in the field.1 He is highly regarded in the legal community, as evidenced by his numerous recognitions:

• Ranked in the gold tier of trademark lawyers in Texas by World Trademark Review's WTR 10001
• Recognized in Chambers USA for Intellectual Property: Trademark and Copyright (Texas)1
• Named an IP Star by Managing Intellectual Property Magazine1
• Recipient of the International Law Office (ILO) and Lexology Client Choice award for Texas in the Intellectual Property: Trademarks category1

David is actively involved in professional organizations, including the International Trademark Association, where he has served on various committees.1 He is also a board member of Youth with Faces.1

David received his B.A. from Emory University in 1999 and his J.D. from New York University School of Law in 2002.1