Holly Pranger

Ms. Pranger focuses her practice on intellectual property law, litigation and other alternative dispute resolution proceedings, contract negotiation and formation, as well as business matters.

Experience

Before starting her own law practice, Ms. Pranger primarily practiced trademark law and business litigation at one of the largest and most prestigious law firms in the United States, Manatt, Phelps & Phillips LLP, where she represented clients in a variety of industries including food and wine, fitness, apparel, home furnishings, as well as famous entertainers.

Today, Ms. Pranger handles all aspects of Intellectual Property law including searching and clearing marks, registration with the United States Patent and Trademark Office andglobe, policing and enforcing rights, opposition proceedings and federal and state lawsuits.

Ms. Pranger has litigated cases involving claims of infringement of intellectual property rights and unfair competition, contract disputes, employment matters, as well as general business litigation claims and litigation on behalf of individuals and entertainers.

Law is almost a second career for Ms. Pranger as she spent a number of years working in sales and putting in some time in business development for an Internet company. The experience from the real world is what sets her apart from other lawyers because she understands technology, she constantly evaluates the legal side from a business perspective, and she is not afraid to recommend a strategy that will mean less fees for her if it is better for you and the business.

Education 

     Juris Doctorate, The University of California, Hastings College of the Law 

At Hastings, Ms. Pranger was the lead advocate for Hastings in the National Appellate Advocacy Moot Court Competition, Senior Internet and Communications Editor of the Communications and Entertainment Law Journal, and Founder and President of Internet and Technology Venture Group.  During law school, Ms. Pranger worked in business development for a start-up company that is still profitable today.

     B.A., magna cum laude, The University of California, San Diego

Ms. Pranger put herself through University by working full time in sales and was awarded a degree with High Honors by the University.

Professional Memberships

Ms. Pranger is a member of International Trademark Association and the California State Bar. She is admitted to practice in all California State Courts and the California Supreme Court, United States Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals, and United States District Courts for the Northern District and the Central District of California.    Ms. Pranger has also appeared pro hac vice in United States District Courts in other states.