TEAM
ESCA LEGAL TEAM
PROFESSIONALS
Representing top brands, Inc. 5000 companies, high-net-worth individuals, and celebrity talent.
FOUNDER & MANAGING PARTNER
FRANCESCA
WITZBURG
Francesca Witzburg, Esq. is an award-winning global intellectual property attorney representing notable businesses on all aspects of legal brand protection. Her combination of big law experience at the world's largest law firm and in-house experience at notable brands like Prada and Tory Burch make her a practical and deep expert in the IP space. Francesca helps companies monetize and protect their IP assets strategically.
CO-FOUNDER & COO
ADAM
WITZBURG
Adam brings more than a decade of business experience to ESCA. As Co-Founder and Chief Operating Officer at ESCA, Adam's innate laser focus helps guide the firm forward to maximize efficiencies and legal technologies to develop creative solutions that seamlessly integrate into daily operations. Adam's business acumen has strategically fostered the firm toward impressive client relationships. Adam is integral in leading clients toward protected growth.
PARTNER
NICOLE
DOLGON
Nicole Dolgon is a preeminent entertainment and commercial transaction attorney with an esteemed background in advising celebrity talent and notable worldwide brands, and negotiating all aspects of their business development ventures. Nicole joins ESCA with her unique focus and visionary insight. As a top attorney with a specialty focus on celebrity brands, Nicole has a proven record of initiative and a deep-rooted passion for the modern take on law.
PARTNER
ANGELA COXE
Angela is seasoned patent attorney with extensive experience in patent portfolio management including patent preparation, prosecution, and strategic management of patents. She looks at innovations holistically to determine the best strategies to protect her client's innovations to the fullest extent by filing patents and monetizing patents using patent sales and licensing programs.
PARTNER
LEO LICHTMAN
Leo is a leading attorney in intellectual property and entertainment law, skilled in handling complex disputes across various sectors like consumer products, music, film, and technology. With his role as outside counsel at top IP firms and experience in-house at a global media company, Leo expertly manages high-stakes cases. His commitment shines in defending both large brands and independent creatives. A Super Lawyers® Rising Star, Leo also contributes significantly to professional legal organizations.
PARTNER
TOMMAS BALDUCCI
Tom specializes in intellectual property law, focusing on trademark, copyright, and domain name issues. With over a decade in IP, he helps brand owners with U.S. and international trademark clearance, enforcement, and litigation. Tom's experience includes work at top IP boutiques, an in-house role at a global workspace provider, and an AM Law 100 firm. He has managed extensive trademark portfolios and advised on strategic development and complex disputes across sectors like technology, finance, and entertainment. Tom's tailored approach ensures brands are protected and aligned with business goals.
ASSOCIATE
MADISON
MARINO
Madison Marino brings a unique blend of business acumen and legal knowledge to her practice. Drawing from her solid experience working in-house at Fortune 500 companies, Madison leads with expertise. With a focus on technology and IP she lends a critical perspective to the firm as a whole and throughout interactions with our notable clients and the global brands we have the honor of representing. At ESCA, we are thrilled to her legal expertise.
ASSOCIATE
ANANYA
MURALIDHAR
Ananya Muralidhar is an accomplished legal professional hailing from Bangalore, India. Ananya's professional journey is interwoven with a passion for intellectual property law. Graduating with honors and a deep-rooted pursuit of excellence, she operates as an exceptional client advocate. Her mastery of professionalism and charisma makes positive impact in the legal world and beyond. ESCA has grown because her insights and knowledge.
ASSOCIATE
CASSIDY MOON
Cassidy is an intellectual property attorney at ESCA Legal, specializing in IP enforcement and litigation for global fashion, beauty, and consumer product brands. She started as an intern and has since played a key role in the planning and execution of ESCA's annual ESCAPADES legal conference and manages the firm's social media presence.
ASSOCIATE
KimberMarie Faircloth
KimberMarie, an attorney at ESCA, specializes in intellectual property law, leveraging her background in anthropology from the College of Charleston to champion the protection of creative rights. Her expertise encompasses online brand enforcement and legal research, underpinning ESCA's strategic efforts in IP litigation support. Outside the courtroom, KimberMarie is instrumental in shaping the firm’s marketing strategies to enhance its presence in the IP sector.
OF COUNSEL
JAMES SLATER
James, holding dual citizenship in the U.S. and the U.K., has transitioned from a promising academic career in Slavic Languages to a distinguished legal practitioner. His legal journey began after significant experiences in Russia, including working for a U.S. State Department program and as an interpreter. Now, James leads his own practice focusing on intellectual property and media law, where he leverages his international expertise and dedication to community service.
EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT
VANESSA CAMINO
Vanessa boasts a rich and extensive professional journey spanning several prestigious law firms, including Dentons, Kirkland & Ellis, White & Case, and Davis Polk & Wardwell. Her career has seen her excel in roles ranging from Legal Secretary to Business Center Specialist, offering unparalleled support to attorneys and senior partners while honing her skills in document revision, formatting, calendaring, and client service for 22 years in the legal field.
PARALEGAL
LINDSAY HARRIS
Lindsay Harris is an accomplished IP Paralegal with a diverse professional background. Lindsay's exceptional experience in trademark law, project management, office administration and robust legal support makes her a valuable asset to any organization she collaborates with. Lindsay is an integral part of our team at ESCA and has a unique blend of accomplished focus with Intellectual Property as it relates to trademark law.
IP DOCKETING SPECIALIST
JAMER SCHUETZ
Jamer is a dedicated professional with extensive experience in IP docketing, legal administration, bookkeeping, and client relations. Leveraging her diverse background, Jamer is focused on enhancing our law firm's efficiency and upholding our commitment to global brand protection and intellectual property rights.
DEDICATED TO LEGAL PROTECTION WORLDWIDE
AWARD-WINNING LAWYERS PIONEERING LEGAL EXCELLENCE.