Scott extends his practice through a diverse array of Intellectual Property matters, including those associated with patents, trademarks, copyrights, and unfair competition. In doing so, Scott has taken leading roles in litigation, prosecution, right-to-use and freedom to operate opinions, as well as licensing matters.
Scott has overseen the intellectual property portfolios of several companies, where his focus is on maximizing protection in a cost-effective manner appropriate for the particular client's needs. In relation to such matters, Scott often counsels clients on the patentability of inventions and registrability of trademarks and copyrights, while keeping an eye toward reducing the risk of potential infringement claims by others.
Scott also has extensive experience in all phases of litigation, from discovery to trial. His experience is in both Federal Courts, where he has represented clients on patent, trademark, copyright, and trade secret matters, as well as before the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board on trademark matters such as cancellation and opposition proceedings.
Prior to helping form Doherty & Charney LLC, Scott spent over 10 years with the law firm of Lerner, David, Littenberg, Krumholz & Mentlik practicing intellectual property law. For six years prior to starting his career as an attorney, Scott practiced as an engineer with a leading civil and environmental engineering firm. During that time Scott earned his license as a Professional Engineer in the State of New Jersey.
Scott also served as Law Clerk to the Honorable Amy P. Chambers, Superior Court of New Jersey, Presiding Judge, Civil Division, Middlesex County, for the 2000 court term. Scott gained valuable insight to the inner workings of the judicial system while serving as clerk. Scott continues to gain insight as a Barrister in the American Inns of Court.
Scott's enthusiasm is not limited to legal matters. Scott enjoys spending time with his wife and young daughter as well as bicycling and running. Scott is also an avid photographer. Scott balances these activities by serving as a volunteer. Previously, Scott served on the Board of Directors for the Chi Phi Fraternity, the oldest national social fraternity in the country, and is an active volunteer for The JT Foundation, a charitable foundation with the goal of raising awareness for Autism.
Education
J.D., Seton Hall University School of Law, 2000
B.E., Civil Engineering, Stevens Institute of Technology, 1993
Bar Admissions
State of New Jersey
State of New York
Registered to practice before the United States Patent and Trademark Office