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Gloria is the head of the firm’s Intellectual Property Practice Group. Her practice encompasses all facets of trademark and copyright, internet law, licensing, software development, IP transactional matters and entertainment. Gloria is listed in The Best Lawyers in America, 2007 and 2008 editions, for Intellectual Property Law and enjoys an AV rating by Martindale Hubbell. Gloria came to Pierce Atwood directly from law school, practicing in the business and tax areas. She then moved to California where she became a member of the California bar and was a partner in the Beverly Hills entertainment firm of Weissmann, Wolff. During her eight years of practice in California, she represented artists and companies in the entertainment business. Since returning to Pierce Atwood in late 1990, Gloria has devoted her practice to intellectual property and transactional matters. Gloria has handled major transactions involving: Advising and strategizing with clients regarding national and international trademark, patent, and copyright portfolio management, protection, enforcement and licensing Negotiating agreements for software development and licensing mission critical systems fundamental to her clients' businesses Negotiating the purchase and sale of businesses with significant intellectual property rights and assets Advising clients in all aspects of web site development and e-business initiatives Negotiating and preparing trademark, copyright and patent licenses Conducting intellectual property due diligence for mergers and acquisitions Representing writers, producers and directors in connection with television and motion picture rights, acquisitions, talent agreements, financing and production matters. | 