David Ervin
Overview
Advertisers, broadcasters and publishers trust David Ervin to structure deals and protect their brands and content in a competitive market where technology continues to transform the media and marketing landscape. Leveraging nearly 30 years of transactional and litigation experience – uniquely focused on the intersection of advertising and intellectual property law – he is known for providing comprehensive advice that is both practical and reliable and his effective and thoughtful advocacy.
Career & Education
- Government Accountability Office
Office of the General Counsel
- Government Accountability Office
- American University, B.A., cum laude with university honors, international relations, 1989
- American University Washington College of Law, J.D., cum laude, 1991
- District of Columbia
- Virginia
David's Insights
Press Coverage | 02.23.24
Supreme Court Skeptical Of 3-Year Limit On Copyright Damages, Attorneys Say
Client Alert | 10 min read | 02.13.24
Publication | 01.10.24
Copyright: The Contours of Copyright Law in the Age of AI Are Just Coming Into Focus
Firm News | 3 min read | 01.10.24
Representative Matters
- Represented financial services, alcoholic beverage, quick-service restaurant and travel companies in successful negotiation of advertising agency agreements with variety of agency holding companies.
- Represented leading apparel, appliance and retail brands in successful negotiation of variety of celebrity endorsement, brand ambassador and talent agreements.
- Advised automotive, audio products and retail companies in connection with the launch of consumer loyalty and rewards programs.
- Represented global hospitality company in successful negotiation of sports sponsorship and marketing agreements with the NFL, Formula 1 racing team and English Premier League soccer team.
- Represent commercial broadcasters in copyright royalty proceedings including In re Distribution of Cable Royalty Funds, No. 16-CRB-0009 CD (2014-17) involving distribution of cable television royalties in excess of $800 million
- Successfully represented global hospitality company in trademark infringement and false advertising counterclaims against online travel agency in USDC-ED Texas
David's Insights
Press Coverage | 02.23.24
Supreme Court Skeptical Of 3-Year Limit On Copyright Damages, Attorneys Say
Client Alert | 10 min read | 02.13.24
Publication | 01.10.24
Copyright: The Contours of Copyright Law in the Age of AI Are Just Coming Into Focus
Firm News | 3 min read | 01.10.24
Practices
- Advertising and Brand Protection
- Digital Advertising
- Trademark Counseling and Litigation
- Intellectual Property Litigation
- Emerging Companies and Venture Capital
- False Advertising Disputes and Litigation
- Technology Transactions
- Brand Protection
- Copyright Counseling and Litigation
- Advertising Transactions and Agreements
- Artificial Intelligence
- Financial Services Regulatory and Enforcement
- Health Care
- Internet of Things (IoT)
David's Insights
Press Coverage | 02.23.24
Supreme Court Skeptical Of 3-Year Limit On Copyright Damages, Attorneys Say
Client Alert | 10 min read | 02.13.24
Publication | 01.10.24
Copyright: The Contours of Copyright Law in the Age of AI Are Just Coming Into Focus
Firm News | 3 min read | 01.10.24