Salut! I’m Christine‑Marie Lauture, Esq.—a passionate, creative force in intellectual property and entertainment law.

My journey began long before law school, nurtured by an early immersion in the arts—from dance and theater to music and sports—which instilled in me a deep appreciation for creative expression. This lifelong passion led me to pursue a legal career focused on protecting the rights and value of creative works.

 Pursue and protect your passion

Throughout my career, I’ve had the privilege of working with a remarkably diverse array of clients. I’ve partnered with emerging startups as well as Fortune 500 companies, helping them navigate the complexities of trademark registration, intellectual property litigation, and strategic brand protection. My work has spanned industries as varied as digital media, music, photography, podcasting, technology, fashion, beauty, consumer goods, e‑sports, gaming, sports, performing arts, and publishing—each teaching me invaluable lessons about innovation and creative perseverance.

Recognized as a “Rising Star” in the New York Metro area and featured among top attorneys in my field, I’ve always believed that effective legal counsel should be both practical and relatable. My goal is to demystify intellectual property law, making it accessible for creative entrepreneurs and established businesses alike.

As I step into a new chapter as Associate General Counsel at Fortune, I continue to champion the protection of creative assets on a larger scale. This page is my professional profile—a space where I share insights, experiences, and the ongoing evolution of my career. I invite you to explore my story, join me in celebrating creativity, and learn more about how I continue to support innovation and excellence in the legal world.

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Acknowledgements & Affiliations

  • Best Lawyers Ones To Watch in Intellectual Property (2024-2025)

  • Best Lawyers Ones To Watch in Entertainment and Sports Law (2024-2025)

  • Super Lawyers “Rising Star” in Intellectual Property for New York Metro area (2020-2025)

  • National Black Lawyers Top 40 Under 40 (2021-2024)

  • Long Island Herald “Top Lawyers of Long Island” (2022)

  • Super Lawyers “Rising Star” in Intellectual Property Litigation for New York Metro area (2019)

  • New York Intellectual Property Law Association: Associate Advisory Council Member (2021-present)

  • New York State Bar Association - Entertainment, Arts & Sports Law Section: Executive Committee Trademark and Copyright Co-Chair (2020 - present)

  • Black Entertainment and Sports Lawyers Association (“BESLA”) Member 2014 - present

  • The Copyright Society of the USA: New York Chapter Member (2014 - present)

  • Speaker: The Dossa Foundation's "Pathways to Possibilities" (2024)

  • Speaker: Nassau County Bar Association Intellectual Property Committee, CLE on Right of Publicity Law (2023)

  • Speaker: Brooklyn Law School, Prof. Irene Ten Cate’s Legal Writing Course “Negotiating and Drafting Intellectual Property Contracts” (2023)

  • Speaker: New York Intellectual Property Law Association's IP Transactions Bootcamp (2022)

  • Speaker: The Copyright Society of the USA’s “Line Drawing: Advanced Topics in Deciphering Fair Use” Roundtable (2020)

  • Speaker: Metropolitan Black Bar Association’s “Breaking into the Entertainment Industry”; hosted by Davis & Gilbert, LLP (2019)

Speaking Engagements

  • New York

  • U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York

  • U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York

Bar Admissions

  • J.D., Brooklyn Law School

    • Intellectual Property, Media & Information Law Certificate

    • Moot Court Honor Society Trial Advocacy Division

    • Brooklyn Law Incubator & Policy (BLIP) Clinic

    • Silver Brooklyn Law School Pro Bono Award

  • B.A., Hofstra University

    • Phi Sigma Tau, Philosophy Honor Society

    • Phi Alpha Delta

Education

Lauture IP proudly provided:

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Pursing the Passion

Efficient, practical, and relatable advocacy and counseling is what we believe in. We’re interested in working with like-minded, passionate folks who are ready to see the much-deserved fruits of their labor.

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Firm Foundation

Protect what you build to ensure the security of your success. Consult with us to better secure your brand equity, reputation, and goodwill. Stay ready so you don’t have to get ready!

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Service & Satisfaction

Your business pursuit, although requiring hard work, should be an overall positive and rewarding experience. At Lauture IP, we strive to be your go-to for practical IP advice and provider of all seamless solutions for your business and brand.

Testimonials

  • “I’ve been working with Christine-Marie Lauture for several months now, and it’s been an enjoyable experience. She is incredibly knowledgeable, responsive, and having her on my team has been an asset to my business. I highly recommend her!”

    Ev'Yan Whitney

  • "I rarely, if ever write reviews for public consumption. But on this particular occasion I made an exception....because Christine is an exceptional attorney. I'm delighted to be her client. I feel like I'm truly in good hands. Whether a newbie, or experienced seasoned author, or other professional, needing legal services Christine-Marie Lauture specializes in.... I would strongly encourage anyone to contact her. They will not regret their decision. She's that good!"

    J.C.

  • “Having never worked with a lawyer before, I was intimidated to reach out at first. Within seconds of my first conversation with Christine-Marie, my anxieties were put to rest. She is a delight to work with. Diligent, communicative, and thorough! Her work exceeded my expectations. Not only is she a fabulous lawyer, she is a fantastic person. I highly recommend working with her!”

    Brandon Cournay

  • “I am so fortunate to have Lauture ip elevate the security and safety of my business website. Christine took the time to explain the necessity of her services to my online business to protect my clients, brand, and company from legalities i would not have considered. the process was seamless and easy! Thank you, Lauture ip, for providing legal protection for my website and my business.”

    Carlie Saint-Laurent Beaucejour

  • “I learned so much during my first consultation with Christine-Marie. She was immediately available to provide valuable insight for me as a small business owner. I greatly appreciated the educational aspect of Christine’s advisement on relevant trademark issues. I feel more confident in my ability to understand the nuanced processes pertinent to the success of my business. I highly recommend utilizing the services offered through Lauture IP. I encourage you to ask as many questions as you can as Christine-Marie is one of the most knowledgeable attorneys in the business.”

    Monique Henry

  • "I reached out to Ms. Lauture because I had a trademark that was rejected by the USPTO. I was so saddened by this, but a friend referred Ms. Lauture to me. I immediately set up a consultation and off the first conversation trusted her and knew she would be able to help. The process took some time because of challenges from the USPTO but Ms. Lauture was always keeping me updated and in constant communication with them. I literally had no worries. If I ever had a question, she responded right away. She was always responsive and on time with deadlines. I'm truly appreciative of her because without her I would not have a trademark. She's an amazing attorney to work with. She is intelligent, hard working and really cares about getting her clients their wishes. Go with her!"

    Ashley C.

  • "I reached out to Ms. Lauture because I started a business and wanted to register my trademark. After our first consultation, I knew I was in the right hands and all my worries were gone. Ms. Lauture thoroughly explained the entire process and she also educated me on several things. She is very knowledgeable, diligent, honest, and extremely responsive to say the least! Ms. Lauture made this process so stress free that I returned to her when I was ready to form my LLC. I highly recommend her!"

    Manoucheka C.

  • "Christine-Marie is patient, thorough and supportive - 3 important qualities for a lawyer dealing with sensitive matters! I continue to recommend her to my friends who are in need of contracts/trademarks."

    Alison D.

  • "Working with Christin-Marie has been amazing! Within a few years of using her services, she has helped me secure 2 registered trademarks along with contractor agreements to go with it. This is a journey I would have never embarked on myself, and she made turned it into a very seamless endeavor, while allowing me to focus my energy on what I do best, working. I would recommend her trademarking and contracting services to anyone."

    Christopher C.

  • "As a business owner, I care a lot about my brand and the work I do. Christine handled What We Watch with care and precision. What I like most is that she provides plenty of info and guides you through the process so you know what you need and what you do NOT need! It’s so refreshing to have that type of professionalism and support!"

    Monique H.