Attorney profile
Gerben IP
The short version
Gerben IP is a Philadelphia-based trademark-focused law firm offering clearance, registration, monitoring, litigation, renewals, and portfolio management for entrepreneurs, established businesses, and fellow attorneys.
Strengths
- Flat-fee trademark registration package is advertised at $3,000 plus government filing fees, and reviewers repeatedly praise predictable pricing with no unexpected costs.
- Long track record since 2008, with reported results including 10,000+ USPTO trademark registrations, 11,000+ trademarks under management, 15,000+ searches, and 1,500+ disputes settled.
- Reviews frequently highlight clear, prompt, and consistent communication throughout the trademark process.
- Clients describe the team as professional, organized, proactive, friendly, and efficient, including in handling tricky trademark matters.
- International experience is supported by work with clients in 70+ foreign jurisdictions, 50 U.S. states, and 500+ cities, including foreign brands seeking U.S. trademark protection.
Considerations
- One caller reports a missed callback; Gerben says unclear messages or missing callback numbers can prevent a direct response.
- The advertised trademark registration package costs $3,000 plus government filing fees.
About Gerben IP
Gerben IP is a trademark-focused law firm with a Philadelphia office at 21 S. 11th Street. Since 2008, the firm has assisted entrepreneurs, established businesses, and other lawyers with registering and protecting trademarks. Its Philadelphia page presents a practice built around trademark clearance, registration, and enforcement strategy, with services including trademark registration, monitoring, search, clearance searches, litigation, portfolio management, and renewals. The firm also lists copyright services and maintains resources such as a trademark blog, Trademark University, a glossary, an ultimate trademark guide, and a podcast. The Philadelphia team includes founder and principal Josh Gerben, managing partner Eric Perrott, partner Sophie Edbrooke, and licensed Pennsylvania attorney Tessa Brandsema. Across the firm, Gerben IP reports more than 15,000 trademark searches conducted, 11,000+ trademarks under management, 10,000+ registrations obtained with the USPTO, 1,500+ disputes settled, and 18+ years protecting trademarks. Its client base spans 70+ foreign jurisdictions, 50 U.S. states, and more than 500 cities worldwide, and the firm advertises a flat-fee trademark registration package at $3,000 plus the government filing fee. Reviews consistently describe the firm as professional, responsive, and organized, with clients noting clear communication and updates throughout the trademark process. Several reviewers mention successful registration outcomes, efficient handling of difficult matters, and predictable flat-fee pricing with no unexpected costs. Foreign brands and international clients also appear in the feedback, including an Australian business that sought help with a challenging U.S. trademark application. The overall tone of client feedback is positive, emphasizing ease of working with the team, clear explanations, and proactive follow-through. At the same time, one review reported difficulty receiving a callback, and the firm’s response noted that unclear messages or missing callback numbers can prevent direct follow-up. The advertised flat-fee package may also be a meaningful cost consideration for some prospective clients. In addition, the websiteed Philadelphia page is oriented toward trademark and copyright work, so visitors with patent-specific needs should confirm fit directly with the firm.
The office is at 21 S 11th St, Philadelphia, PA 19107. Its listed telephone number is +1267-908-3338. The practice website is www.gerbenlaw.com.
Recurring feedback
What clients consistently mention
- Communication and responsiveness: reviewers frequently note prompt responses, clear explanations, and regular updates throughout the trademark process.
- Professionalism and organization: clients commonly describe the firm as professional, organized, proactive, and easy to work with.
- Results and efficiency: successful registrations, timely outcomes, and effective handling of difficult trademark matters appear repeatedly in feedback.
- Pricing and value: the flat-fee model and fixed pricing are often praised for predictability and value, though the fee plus government costs may be a consideration.
- International and foreign-applicant experience: reviews mention assistance for non-U.S. brands and cross-border trademark needs, including a challenging U.S. application from an Australian business.
All reviews
4.9 out of five stars based on 33 reviews.
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