About Matthew A. Homyk
Matthew Homyk serves as strategic trademark counsel to multinational corporations and emerging growth brands, focusing on the commercialization and protection of intangible assets. A partner in Blank Rome’s Intellectual Property (“IP”) group, he focuses on global portfolio architecture, "bet-the-brand" litigation, and complex disputes involving trademarks, copyrights, domain names, and other IP assets.
Industry Leadership & Policy Influence
Matt is at the forefront of shaping trademark policy and practice. He currently serves as Secretary of the U.S. Trademark Office Practice Committee for the Intellectual Property Owners Association (“IPO”), where he drives dialogue between practitioners and the USPTO on critical regulatory updates.
His leadership in the field has earned him widespread recognition, including being named a WTR Global Leader and an International Trademark Association (“INTA”) "Rising Star"—a distinction reserved for individuals demonstrating exceptional commitment to the advancement of the IP profession. He also draws on deep doctrinal knowledge from his time serving as an Adjunct Professor of Trademark Law at Villanova University.
Digital Brand Protection & Technical Strategy
Uniquely, Matt leverages a background in web analytics and SEO to design digital enforcement strategies that dismantle online infringement infrastructure. He advises clients not just on securing rights, but on structuring IP assets to maximize enforceability and withstand due diligence in M&A and private equity transactions.
Pro Bono Leadership
An active member of the INTA Pro Bono Committee, Matt champions access to intellectual property protection. In partnership with INTA and Philadelphia VIP, he leads initiatives to assist underrepresented entrepreneurs and nonprofits with trademark protection.
Outside the Firm
Matt enjoys spending time with his wife, three children, and dog, and relaxing in Coastal Delaware.
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Experience
- Dozens of opposition and cancellation proceedings before the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board of the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
- Representing domestic consumer products brands and retailers on trademark registration and counseling and counterfeit enforcement.
- Trademark portfolio analysis and maintenance for global telecommunications company.
- Negotiated and drafted agreement for global retail clothing brand to host event at landmark Miami resort.
- Trademark litigation for regional specialty running products company.
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News & Views
Events & Webinars / Speaking Engagement
Protecting the Integrity of the Federal Trademark Register: The USPTO’s Evolving Tools, Rules, and Enforcement StrategiesSeptember 29, 2026
Honors & Awards / Ranking
Blank Rome Attorneys Recognized in 2027 Best Lawyers in America®August 20, 2026
Honor / Honors & Awards
Matthew A. Homyk and David M. Perry Recognized in WTR Global Leaders 2026June 11, 2026
Events & Webinars / Speaking Engagement
Purpose in Practice: Pro Bono IP Work and the Paralympic MovementMay 3, 2026
Events & Webinars / Speaking Engagement
Branding and Ownership in the Age of Generative AI: Protecting Trademarks and Navigating Emerging IP RisksMarch 19, 2026
Honor / Honors & Awards
Blank Rome Partners Recognized in the 2026 Lawdragon 500 Leading Global Entertainment, Sports & Media Lawyers GuideFebruary 24, 2026
Honor / Honors & Awards
Matthew A. Homyk Named Rising Star by the International Trademark AssociationJanuary 13, 2026
Honors & Awards / Ranking
Blank Rome Attorneys Recognized in 2026 Best Lawyers in America®August 21, 2025
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Recognitions
- 2024–2027, Copyright Law in Philadelphia, listed in Best Lawyers in America®
- 2026, “Rising Star,” by International Trademark Association
- 2026, “Leading Global Entertainment, Sports & Media Lawyers,” listed in Lawdragon
- 2025, “Lawyer of the Year” in Copyright Law in Philadelphia, PA, listed in Best Lawyers in America®
- 2025, “Leading Global IP Lawyer,” listed in Lawdragon
- 2021–2026, recognized in World Trademark Review Global Leaders: Private Practice
- 2017–2026, listed in World Trademark Review 1000—The World’s Leading Trademark Professionals
- 2021, Pennsylvania “Rising Star” in Intellectual Property, listed in Super Lawyers®
- 2017–2018, listed in IAM Strategy 300—The World’s Leading IP Strategists
- 2016, “40 Under 40,” listed in Philadelphia Business Journal
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Memberships
- International Bar Association
- International Trademark Association
- Intellectual Property Owners Association (IPO)
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Bar Admissions
- Pennsylvania
- New Jersey
Court Admissions
- U.S. District Court - Eastern District of Pennsylvania
- U.S. District Court - New Jersey
- U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
Education
- Villanova University School of Law, JD, cum laude
- Georgetown University, BSFS
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