Attorney Shawn Gordon has joined the northern New England law firm Downs Rachlin Martin PLLC. Gordon began practice in the firm’s Intellectual Property Group in mid-September. 

Prior to joining DRM, Gordon had his own practice based out of Montpelier and has extensive experience protecting clients’  patents and trademarks. Gordon has worked in small and large firms on patent litigation and prosecution matters specializing in diverse industries such as optics, medical products, furniture, computer accessories, heating systems and aviation component monitoring. Additionally, he brings valuable insights when advising on intellectual property licensing strategies. He will be based out of DRM’s Montpelier, VT office.

“We are excited to have Shawn join our team,” said Cathy Stadecker, Chair of the firm’s Intellectual Property Group. “Shawn brings a wealth of knowledge and a versatile skillset that will undoubtedly elevate our firm’s ability to serve our clients.”  Gordon will be part of DRM’s established Intellectual Property Law attorneys who help start-ups and businesses in identifying, procuring, protecting and leveraging their trademarks, patents, and other valuable IP.