Jennifer Visintine focuses her practice in the areas of intellectual property law and information technology.
With a strong background in trademarks, she counsels clients on brand protection and IP rights. She regularly advises on trademark selection, registration and enforcement, domain name disputes, and copyright ownership, registration, fair use and infringement issues.
Jennifer’s experience in drafting and negotiating intellectual property, software, and related agreements is a vital asset in the digital age. Her ability to navigate this complex terrain helps her clients stay well-informed and protected in the ever-evolving landscape of online business and technology.
Jennifer was recognized by Missouri Lawyers Media as an Up & Coming Lawyer, an honor awarded to attorneys who have demonstrated professional excellence early in their careers while making a positive impact on their profession and communities. Additionally, the International Trademark Association (INTA) recognized Jennifer for providing trademark and related intellectual property pro bono legal services in support of people and organizations in need.
Professional
- Bar Association of Metropolitan St. Louis
- Nominating Committee, 2016-2017; Women in the Legal Profession, Chair of Scholarship Committee, 2012-2017; Section chair, 2014-2015
- International Trademark Association
- International Trademark Association, Law Firm Committee, 2023-2023; Internet Committee, 2018-2021; Pro Bono Committee, 2014-2017; Online Reference Committee, 2010-2013
Community
- Volunteer Lawyers and Accountants for the Arts
- Board Member, 2015-Present
- Volunteer, 2005-Present
- United Way of Greater St. Louis
- Women’s Leadership Society, Cabinet Member, 2006-2010
- Redevelopment Opportunities for Women
- Board Member, 2007-2010
- Named Lawyer of the Year for Copyright Law in St. Louis by The Best Lawyers in America® (by BL Rankings), 2022
- Listed in The Best Lawyers in America® (by BL Rankings), 2021-2025
- Listed in Missouri & Kansas “Super Lawyers”, 2009
- Missouri Lawyers Media Up & Coming Award, 2019
- International Trademark Association (INTA) Volunteer Service Award for Pro Bono Services Provided by Individuals, 2018
- “Branding your bud: Why trademarks are tricky for marijuana businesses”
Thompson Coburn Tracking Cannabis Blog, August 2015 - Co-author, “Intellectual Property in the Media” Chapter 10
The Missouri Bar Media Handbook, 2009 - Co-author, “Internet Publishing” Chapter 12
The Missouri Media Law Handbook, 2009 - Co-author, “The Role of State Trademark Dilution Statutes in Light of the Trademark Dilution Revision Act of 2006”
96 The Trademark Reporter 1155, 2006
- “Hot Topics in Trademark Law from Around the Globe”
IPO Annual Meeting, New York, 2016 - “Eighth Circuit and Federal Circuit Trademark Law Review”
Bar Association of Metropolitan St. Louis 2005, 2015
I enjoy hiking and cycling, and have participated in Pedal the Cause, a ride to support cancer research, for many years. But more often you can find me cheering on my kids on the volleyball court or hanging out with my family at the lake.