About Tania Maria

Tania Maria Williams is an attorney based in West Palm Beach, Florida, specializing in intellectual property law. She founded The Williams Firm, P.A. in 2016, where she focuses on issues related to trademarks, entertainment, and sports law. The firm serves clients throughout Florida, California, and the District of Columbia, addressing many legal needs in the field of intellectual property. Tania's academic credentials are impressive. She earned her J.D. from Nova Southeastern University in 2002, followed by an LL.M.

in Media and Entertainment Law from Southwestern Law School in 2006. Additionally, she holds an MBA with a certification in International Business from the University of Miami, completed in 2012. Her undergraduate degree, a B.A. from the University of Miami, was awarded in 1999. This diverse educational background equips her with the skills necessary to navigate complex legal issues in her practice areas. Her career began as an Assistant State Lawyer in 2002, where she worked that laid the groundwork for her future roles. Over the years, she has worked as a civil litigation associate and later as a litigation associate and of counsel.

In 2009, she transitioned into academia, serving as a critical skills instructor and adjunct faculty member. This combination of practical and academic experience enhances her ability to advise clients effectively. Most of Tania's work involves advising clients on trademark registration, infringement issues, and licensing agreements. She also represents clients in entertainment contracts and sports law matters, ensuring their rights are protected in a competitive industry. Cases typically progress from initial consultations through negotiations and, if necessary, litigation. Tania is actively involved in several professional associations. She serves as Chair Elect of the Entertainment and Sports Law Section of the Florida Bar and is a member of the Palm Beach County Bar Association, the District of Columbia Bar, the California State Bar.

The Florida Bar. Her involvement in these organizations supports her staying current in her field and advocating for her clients. With nearly two decades of experience, Tania Maria Williams continues to build a reputation as a trusted legal advisor in intellectual property and entertainment law. Her dedication to her clients and her extensive background in both law and business make her a valuable asset in the legal community.

Education

Southwestern Law School

LL.M. (2006) | Media and Entertainment Law

2005

Nova Southeastern University

J.D. (2002)

1999

University of Miami

B.A. (1999)

1995

University of Miami

MBA (2012) | Certification in International Business

Languages

English (Spoken, Written)

Experience

Owner and Founding Lawyer

The Williams Firm, P.A.
2016

Of Counsel

Wilson Elser
2014

Critical Skills Instructor and Adjunct Faculty

Shepard Broad Law Center, Nova Southeastern University
2009

Litigation Associate and Of Counsel

Liebler, Gonzalez and Portuondo
2008

Civil Litigation Associate

Bacalski, Ottoson & Dubé LLP
2007

Assistant State Lawyer

Office of the State Lawyer, Ninth Judicial Circuit
2002

Accepted Jurisdictions

Florida
California
District of Columbia

Court Admissions

Florida Supreme Court State Supreme Court
California Supreme Court State Supreme Court
District of Columbia Court of Appeals

Types of Cases Handled

Intellectual Property Entertainment & Sports Law Trademarks

Legal Services Scope

Initial consultations Negotiations Litigation

Professional Associations

Entertainment and Sports Law Section of the Florida Bar

Chair Elect 2019 - Current

Palm Beach County Bar Association

has membership 2016 - Current

District of Columbia Bar

has membership 2009 - Current

California State Bar

has membership 2006 - Current

The Florida Bar

has membership 2002 - Current

Office Locations

Main Office

 224 Datura St West Palm Beach FL 33401

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