Kevin C. Staed is an attorney in the firm’s corporate group. He focuses his practice on intellectual property law and mergers & acquisitions. Kevin has established himself as a trusted advisor and advocate for his clients’ complicated legal needs. Kevin’s dedication to his clients is evident in his meticulous approach to every case, where he combines his legal knowledge with a strategic mindset to achieve favorable outcomes.
In his IP work, he is focused on protecting clients’ intellectual property assets with patents, trademarks and copyrights and advising clients on how to use their intellectual property assets to advance their business. Kevin has extensive experience in patent and trademark prosecution, intellectual property enforcement, and intellectual property licensing. As a committed advocate for intellectual property rights, Kevin remains at the forefront of emerging trends and developments in patent and trademark law, ensuring that his clients receive the highest level of representation and protection for their valuable brands and trademarks.
For his M&A clients, Kevin assists both buyers and sellers in the strategic acquisition or sale of business assets and equity, negotiation and preparation of transaction documents, due diligence, and corporate reorganization. He helps clients navigate the legal complexities of structuring and closing the deal while also mitigating risks and implementing tax benefits. Kevin also guides clients through post-closing business matters, such as state and government filings, third-party contracts, financial adjustments like working capital and earn-outs, and non-compete clauses.
Throughout his career, Kevin has represented a diverse range of clients, from startups to large corporations, across a wide range of industries. He is known for his ability to provide tailored legal solutions that align with clients’ business objectives while navigating the complexities of applicable laws.
Kevin earned his law degree from Saint Louis University and is admitted to practice in Missouri and the United States Patent and Trademark Office.
