Jason Kravitz, a partner based in Nixon Peabody’s Boston office, leads the firm’s Cybersecurity & Privacy practice. He is a trial lawyer and Certified Information Privacy Professional (CIPP/US) who previously co-led the firm’s Intellectual Property practice. In addition to litigating privacy-related disputes, Jason focuses his practice on patent, trademark, copyright, trade secret, false advertising, and software implementation disputes. Jason has litigated cases involving a broad array of technologies, including software and hardware, personal care products, wireless devices, footwear, dental implants, chemical catalysts, and ad tech. He advises clients on privacy issues and has directed numerous cyberattack responses. Over the course of his career, Jason has successfully led teams in high-profile and high-stakes privacy, IP, and technology disputes—and proudly represented two Nobel laureates.
I focus on litigating and resolving IP and technology disputes and privacy-related matters. I have confidence in my ability to accurately assess a case upfront and, where appropriate, will embrace alternative fee arrangements.
I’ve tried complex cases to verdict in courts across the country and in numerous confidential arbitrations. I’ve also argued Markman, summary judgment, and injunction hearings in dozens of courts. I represent clients in administrative proceedings and before the Federal Trade Commission. I advise clients on a host of issues, including IP and privacy.
I help clients strategically manage and enforce their domestic and international trademark portfolios. I also counsel companies on new product development and advertising/promotion issues.
I frequently advise clients on data protection and privacy issues. I have extensive experience in data breach investigations and remediation and led the team that defended NebuAd in an early case involving targeted online advertising technology.
Western companies will continue to struggle navigating China’s complex IP system and will need the assistance of lawyers with real-world experience. Digital content will continue to be the center of the copyright universe. Third-party financing is having a profound impact on litigation and dispute resolution. Privacy issues will pervade virtually every facet of modern commerce.
Minnesota Lawyer | July 07, 2022
Boston Intellectual Property partner and Privacy & Technology practice group leader Jason Kravitz is quoted in this article covering the recent win for client W.B. Mason Co., finding that the company didn’t violate Dairy Queen’s trademark rights by using the BLIZZARD name on its private-label spring water. The NP trial team, led by Jason, also included Privacy & Technology counsel Gina McCreadie and associates Leslie Hartford and Melanie Dempster, and Complex Disputes senior counsel Deborah Thaxter, all of the Boston office.
Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly | July 01, 2022
Boston Intellectual Property partner and Privacy & Technology practice group leader Jason Kravitz is quoted throughout this article covering the recent federal court win for client W.B. Mason Co., finding that the company didn’t violate Dairy Queen’s trademark rights by using the BLIZZARD name on its private-label spring water. The NP trial team, led by Jason, also included Privacy & Technology counsel Gina McCreadie and associates Leslie Hartford and Melanie Dempster, and Complex Disputes senior counsel Deborah Thaxter, all of the Boston office.
World Intellectual Property Review | June 23, 2022
Boston Intellectual Property partner and Privacy & Technology practice group leader Jason Kravitz is quoted throughout this article covering the recent federal court decision in favor of client W.B. Mason Co., finding that the company did not violate Dairy Queen’s trademark rights by using the BLIZZARD name on its private-label spring water. The NP trial team, led by Jason, also includes Intellectual Property counsel Gina McCreadie and associate Leslie Hartford, and Complex Disputes senior counsel Deborah Thaxter and associate Melanie Dempster, all of the Boston office. The win earned them recognition as runners-up for AmLaw’s “Litigator of the Week.”
Boston Business Journal | June 21, 2022
The following article covers a federal court’s decision in favor of client W.B. Mason Co., finding that the business products company had not violated Dairy Queen’s trademark rights, or otherwise harmed DQ, by using the BLIZZARD name on its private-label spring water. Following a fall 2021 trial, the decision marks a complete win for W.B. Mason, and enables the company to continue using the BLIZZARD name. The articles quote Boston Intellectual Property partner and Privacy & Technology practice group leader Jason Kravitz, who led the trial team for W.B. Mason. The NP trial team also included Intellectual Property counsel Gina McCreadie and Complex Disputes associate Melanie Dempster, both of the Boston office and the Privacy & Technology group.
Reuters | June 21, 2022
The following article covers a federal court’s decision in favor of client W.B. Mason Co., finding that the business products company had not violated Dairy Queen’s trademark rights, or otherwise harmed DQ, by using the BLIZZARD name on its private-label spring water. Following a fall 2021 trial, the decision marks a complete win for W.B. Mason, and enables the company to continue using the BLIZZARD name. The articles quote Boston Intellectual Property partner and Privacy & Technology practice group leader Jason Kravitz, who led the trial team for W.B. Mason. The NP trial team also included Intellectual Property counsel Gina McCreadie and Complex Disputes associate Melanie Dempster, both of the Boston office and the Privacy & Technology group.
NBC Boston | June 21, 2022
The following clip covers a federal court’s decision in favor of client W.B. Mason Co., which found that the business products company had not violated Dairy Queen’s trademark rights, or otherwise harmed DQ, by using the BLIZZARD name on its private-label spring water. Following a fall 2021 trial, the decision marks a complete win for W.B. Mason, and enables the company to continue using the BLIZZARD name. The NP trial team, led by Boston Intellectual Property partner and Privacy & Technology practice group leader Jason Kravitz, also includes Intellectual Property counsel Gina McCreadie and associate Leslie Hartford, and Complex Disputes senior counsel Deborah Thaxter and associate Melanie Dempster, all of the Boston office.
Law360 | June 21, 2022
The following clip covers a federal court’s decision in favor of client W.B. Mason Co., which found that the business products company had not violated Dairy Queen’s trademark rights, or otherwise harmed DQ, by using the BLIZZARD name on its private-label spring water. Following a fall 2021 trial, the decision marks a complete win for W.B. Mason, and enables the company to continue using the BLIZZARD name. The NP trial team, led by Boston Intellectual Property partner and Privacy & Technology practice group leader Jason Kravitz, also includes Intellectual Property counsel Gina McCreadie and associate Leslie Hartford, and Complex Disputes senior counsel Deborah Thaxter and associate Melanie Dempster, all of the Boston office.
Boston Globe | June 20, 2022
The following article covers a federal court’s decision in favor of client W.B. Mason Co., finding that the business products company had not violated Dairy Queen’s trademark rights, or otherwise harmed DQ, by using the BLIZZARD name on its private-label spring water. Following a fall 2021 trial, the decision marks a complete win for W.B. Mason, and enables the company to continue using the BLIZZARD name. The articles quote Boston Intellectual Property partner and Privacy & Technology practice group leader Jason Kravitz, who led the trial team for W.B. Mason. The NP trial team also included Intellectual Property counsel Gina McCreadie and Complex Disputes associate Melanie Dempster, both of the Boston office and the Privacy & Technology group.
Banking Law Journal | April 26, 2022
This contributed article by Complex Disputes partners Chris Queenin in Boston and Chris Mason in New York, and Boston partner and Privacy & Technology group leader Jason Kravitz, covers the new federal rule requiring financial institutions to report certain high-risk computer-security incidents within 36 hours after the incident occurs, following a trend of increased federal oversight involving cybersecurity.
Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly | March 04, 2022
This column of notable attorney moves and elevations in the Massachusetts legal community mentions Boston partner Jason Kravitz for his new role leading the firm’s Privacy & Technology practice group.
Law360 | December 01, 2021
The following article covers a litigation win for client Refresco Beverages US Inc., in which a federal judge denied a motion by defendant Green Organic Dutchman Holdings Ltd. to dismiss it from litigation alleging the theft of a secret drink formula. Boston partner Jason Kravitz, co-leader of the Intellectual Property practice, and Boston Intellectual Property associate Leslie Hartford are representing Refresco.
Law Street | November 30, 2021
The following article covers a litigation win for client Refresco Beverages US Inc., in which a federal judge denied a motion by defendant Green Organic Dutchman Holdings Ltd. to dismiss it from litigation alleging the theft of a secret drink formula. Boston partner Jason Kravitz, co-leader of the Intellectual Property practice, and Boston Intellectual Property associate Leslie Hartford are representing Refresco
Star Tribune | October 19, 2021
This coverage provides an overview of the W.B. Mason and Dairy Queen trial underway in Minnesota, in which DQ alleges that W.B. Mason’s house brand of BLIZZARD spring water infringes and dilutes DQ’s BLIZZARD mark. Intellectual Property practice co-leader Jason Kravitz, of the Boston office, is leading the W.B. Mason trial team, which also includes Intellectual Property counsel Gina McCreadie and associate Leslie Hartford, and Complex Commercial Disputes resident attorney Melanie Dempster, all of the Boston office.
Fox News | October 19, 2021
This coverage provides an overview of the W.B. Mason and Dairy Queen trial underway in Minnesota, in which DQ alleges that W.B. Mason’s house brand of BLIZZARD spring water infringes and dilutes DQ’s BLIZZARD mark. Intellectual Property practice co-leader Jason Kravitz, of the Boston office, is leading the W.B. Mason trial team, which also includes Intellectual Property counsel Gina McCreadie and associate Leslie Hartford, and Complex Commercial Disputes resident attorney Melanie Dempster, all of the Boston office.
Modern Restaurant Management | August 16, 2021
This state-of-the-restaurant-industry and outlook article includes NP’s Q3 Food & Beverage Crystal Ball, covering trends around labor shortages, ransomware attacks, wildfires, and brewery distribution agreements. The insights were provided by Intellectual Property co-leader and Cybersecurity & Privacy team leader Jason Kravitz and Corporate associate Anthony Bova, both in Boston; Providence Labor & Employment counsel Jessica Schachter Jewell; and San Francisco counsel Ian T. O’Banion, and Albany associate Dana P. Stanton, both of the Affordable Housing & Real Estate group
Intellectual Property & Technology Law Journal | June 01, 2021
Intellectual Property co-leader and Boston partner Jason Kravitz, Washington, DC associate Palash Basu, and Boston associate Leslie Hartford, both of the Intellectual Property group, contributed this article analyzing the Supreme Court’ s interpretation of what constitutes an autodialer and compliance concerns regarding common business communication methods.
Boston University School of Law, J.D., cum laude
Washington University, B.A., cum laude
Massachusetts
Rhode Island
District of Columbia
U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit
U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit
U.S. Court of Appeals, Federal Circuit
Jason is a member of the International Trademark Association and the International Association of Privacy Professionals.
