Tate S. Coulter offers strategic legal solutions in trademark, copyright, and internet law, uniquely tailored to align with his clients’ business models. Tate’s commitment to understanding the intricacies of his clients’ business operations ensures that his legal counsel not only meets their current needs but also anticipates future challenges.
Prior to joining the firm full time, Tate worked as an intellectual property law clerk at Barnes & Thornburg for two years. He is well-versed in the prosecution of trademark registrations and enforcement of trademark rights in the U.S. and in foreign jurisdictions, international internet brand protection and licensing, and copyright law, including copyright eligibility, registration, ownership issues, licensing and addressing copyright infringement.
Additionally, Tate gained experience as a legal extern for a pharmaceutical company, a home services organization, and an agriculture-focused foundation, which provided him with an understanding of the unique challenges faced by in-house counsel. This experience allows him to offer practical, business-aligned legal strategies that are operationally effective.
Outside of Tate’s legal endeavors, he manages a large show pig business specializing in Tamworth swine. As a trademark enthusiast, Tate filed a registered trademark for his farm, Tams Can®.
Credentials
Education
- Indiana University Kelley School of Business, B.S., accounting and finance, IUPUI Honors College Chancellor Scholar
- Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law, J.D., intellectual property law certificate, associate note editor for the Indiana International & Comparative Law Review
Bar Admissions
- Indiana