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Barbara Kolsun is a Professor of Practice in Fashion Law at the Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law, Yeshiva University, and Director of The FAME Center. She is a leading expert in fashion law, co-editing the seminal text Fashion Law – A Guide for Designers, Fashion Executives and Attorneys (2014). Her career includes roles as General Counsel at Kate Spade, Stuart Weitzman, and Seven for All Mankind, and she has advised major brands like Ralph Lauren and Tommy Hilfiger.
Education:
- J.D., Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law, 1982 (Order of the Coif)
- B.A., Sarah Lawrence College, 1971
Her research focuses on intellectual property rights in fashion, counterfeiting prevention, and legal protections for artists and designers. She has held leadership roles, including Chairman of the International Anticounterfeiting Coalition, and has spoken globally on fashion law. Notable recognitions include dual lifetime achievement awards in 2015 from the Luxury Summit and World Trademark Forum. Her advocacy is influenced by her background as a professional singer and actress, driving her commitment to safeguarding creative rights.
