The Label Law Grace Azuike

And on our final stop, The Label Law Talks, hosted by Grace Obi-Azuike looks at Fashion Law from both an academic and practice standpoint. Hillary Kane, professor at Southwestern Law School in Los Angeles, California, pioneered what is now the university’s full course in Fashion Law. Her class breaks down fundamentals, such as trademarking and gives students a unique advantage in gaining the skills necessary to be a fashion attorney. John Begakis, once an extern of Hilary’s is a Sou...

Canada may not be on everyone's brain when they think of the Fashion Industry, but Alessia Monastero proves otherwise. From her presentations on her website to her fashion law instagram, Alessia discusses the importance of fashion protection and how relevant it is. Practicing in Toronto, Canada, Alessia is our second stop on The Label Law Talks: Around the World in 21 days and she adds her unique perspective as an intellectual property and branding lawyer. Alessia drops so much knowledge...

Europe is known as the fashion headquarters of the globe. So, it would only make sense to start our tour in the United Kingdom.This week, Grace Obi-Azuike sits down with Patent Paralegal Ore Adeyinka and Intellectual Property Attorney Rosie Burbidge. Although Ore does not identify herself as a fashion paralegal, patent law is a very important aspect of Fashion Law. Ore provides her insight on her experience not only in the United Kingdom but across Europe.My second guest, Rosie Burbidge...

With articles covering Zendaya’s iconic Essence photoshoot to discussing sustainability, Raze Magazine’s tag line “Demolish constructs. Awaken creativity” describes the fashion, arts and culture magazine perfectly. One of the reasons Grace Obi-Azuike created The Label Law was the fact that in the United States, fashion law is not protected to the same extent that it is globally. This week, I sit down with Raze Magazine’s Editor, Tanasia Walker, and Fashion Editor, Abby Oldroyd. We ...

Lets face it, without seeing an article of clothing worn on an actual person, the chance of buying said article of clothing is extremely low. From the OGs like Iman and Kate Moss to new age models like Bella Hadid and Adut Akech, models hold a very important, and necessary, place in the fashion industry. Although their life is full of glitz and glamour, traveling all across the world dressed in the most expensive pieces, at the end of the day, they are employees. And just like an employ...

Nike doesn’t play when it comes to their work and was quick to file a complaint stating Warren Lotas was never given permission or authorization for this reinterpretation. Making it a fake. Pretty harsh. Although the case has now been settled outside of court, this week we’re picking a part this case. Piece by piece.Don't forget to checkout www.thelabellaw.com for articles on each episode and extra surprises!by Grace Obi-Azuike