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EPISODE · Jan 28, 2026 · 8 MIN

When a Word Becomes Whatever It Wants to Be: Trademarks and Foreign Equivalents

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Join Winfield Trivette II in Episode 11 of Paralegal's Memo as he delves into the Doctrine of Foreign Equivalence and its impact on trademarks. Discover how translation can shift the commercial perception of marks, illustrated with examples like the Vetements case, and learn why bilingual and multilingual awareness is crucial in trademark work. Let's Connect: LinkedIn X.com YouTube Subscribe to Paralegal's Memo on LinkedIn Don’t forget to subscribe to the print version of Paralegal’s Memo on LinkedIn — you’ll find it at bit.ly/paralegal101. Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and nothing should be construed as legal advice. That’s why you must always consult a qualified attorney.

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Join Winfield Trivette II in Episode 11 of Paralegal's Memo as he delves into the Doctrine of Foreign Equivalence and its impact on trademarks. Discover how translation can shift the commercial perception of marks, illustrated with examples like the Vetements case, and learn why bilingual and multilingual awareness is crucial in trademark work. Let's Connect: LinkedIn X.com YouTube Subscribe to Paralegal's Memo on LinkedIn Don’t forget to subscribe to the print version of Paraleg...

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