Practice Areas:
Music Law
Intellectual Property (Trademarks & Copyrights)
Business Formations, Mergers & Acquisitions
Food & Beverage, Hospitality & Highly Regulated Industries
Commercial Litigation
Fractional General Counsel (Startups and Established Businesses)
Background:
Jeff brings a unique perspective to his clients, combining legal expertise with firsthand experience in the music, restaurant, and hospitality industries. Before practicing law, he toured internationally as a musician and tour manager, worked as a chef for renowned restaurants around the world, and founded multiple ventures including a record label, music venue, and restaurants. This creative and entrepreneurial background allows him to connect directly with the clients he serves.
Representative Clients:
Licenses & Admissions:
Oregon State Bar & U.S. District Court (Oregon)
Washington State Bar & U.S. District Court (Eastern District)
Illinois State Bar
Accolades:
Super Lawyers – Rising Stars (2025)
U.S. News: Best Lawyers “Ones to Watch” (2021–2025)
Education:
Thomas Jefferson School of Law – J.D. (2014)
University of Nevada, Las Vegas – B.S., Hospitality Administration (2010)
California Culinary Academy – A.O.S., Culinary Arts (2006)
Practice Areas:
Intellectual Property (Trademarks, Copyrights, Trade Secrets & Licensing)
Cannabis Transactions & Compliance
Business Formations & Advisory
Background:
Luke S. Zimmerman, Esq., LL.Mx2 is an attorney and educator focusing on intellectual property and cannabis law. He authored the chapter “Cannabis Trademarks in the United States” and served as an expert with the California Department of Food and Agriculture, contributing to the California Cannabis Appellations Program. As president of The Law Office of Luke S. Zimmerman APC, Luke advises clients on trademarks, copyrights, and brand strategy. He teaches intellectual property at Oaksterdam University and has presented at events such as the NORML Key West Legal Seminar. A passionate advocate for criminal justice reform, Luke volunteered with Clemency Project 2014, where he successfully secured a commutation of a federal life sentence — reflecting his commitment to ethical practice and restorative justice.
Education:
University of Amsterdam – LL.M., International Trade & Investment Law (focus on Intellectual Property / TRIPS Agreement)
Thomas Jefferson School of Law – J.D.
University of Oregon – B.A., Philosophy
Additional Training & Certifications:
Specialized Course on the Madrid System for the International Registration of Marks – WIPO, Issued Jan 2021, Credential ID DL‑303.
Certificate in Intercultural Competencies.
Introduction to the UPOV System of Plant Variety Protection.
Certificate of Achievement (Basic Seminar).
Mediator Certificate.
Selected Works (Publications & Speaking Engagements):
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