Mike A. Ortega

MIKE ORTEGA focuses his practice on trademark law, with extensive experience in domestic and international trademark clearance, the prosecution of trademark applications before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), trademark rights enforcement, and the strategic management of domestic and international trademark portfolios. He represents clients across a diverse range of sectors, including financial services, fashion, pharmaceuticals, retail, music, and software.

Prior to joining Sidley, Mike served as a senior trademark consultant for Interbrand, where he advised clients and creative teams on trademark searches and clearances, and he spearheaded educational and training programs on various intellectual property law topics.

While attending Rutgers Law School, Mike served as the technology editor for the Rutgers Business Law Review and was a member of the National Mock Trial Team and the Moot Court Board. He was a judicial intern for The Honorable Michael A. Shipp of the United States District Court for the District of New Jersey. Mike also participated as a clinical student in the Rutgers Intellectual Property Law Clinic, which is a member of the USPTO’s Law School Clinical Certification Program.

Mike has been recognized by Super Lawyers as a New York Metro Rising Star for 2024 – 2026.

Mike is fluent in Spanish.