We’re proud to share that our partner, Jed Ferdinand, Chair of MSF’s Intellectual Property Group, was recently featured in Licensing International’s article, “Addressing the Impact of Tariffs”. In the piece, Jed discusses how rising U.S. tariffs—especially the steep 145% rate on certain imports from China—are creating real concerns for the brand licensing industry. From supply […]

Partner and Co-Chair of the IP Group, Jed Ferdinand, shared insights with Licensing International on how Amazon’s acquisition of the James Bond franchise could reshape its licensing strategy. Jed notes: “Similar to the expansions seen with Star Wars and Marvel, this transition could lead to spin-offs and derivatives, resulting in new streaming series and films.” […]

Celebrities and Influencers Opt for Joint Ventures Over Traditional Licensing Celebrities and influencers are taking a more hands-on approach to business by forming joint ventures (JVs), moving away from traditional licensing deals. Instead of just lending their names, they’re now taking equity stakes, aligning themselves with the long-term success of the business. “Licensing is almost […]

Partner and co-chair of the firm’s Intellectual Property group, Jed Ferdinand, was recently quoted by Licensing International. Jed provided his insights on the rise of counterfeit goods sales, a growing concern linked to the expansion of eCommerce platforms like Shein, Temu, and TikTok Shop. In his commentary, Jed highlighted the increasing challenges brands face in […]