Stratum Law LLC 
​          Litigation Attorneys

Location: Phoenix, Arizona

Education:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.): New York University School of Law – Graduated with Distinction

• Bachelor of Arts (B.A.): Economics, University of Chicago – Phi Beta Kappa

 

Professional Experience:

• Marcus J. Bennett is a seasoned litigation attorney with a proven track record of success in high-stakes commercial and intellectual property disputes. With over 12 years of experience, Marcus has represented clients in industries such as financial services, telecommunications, and biotechnology. Known for his commanding courtroom presence and strategic thinking, Marcus has achieved favorable outcomes in both state and federal courts, as well as in arbitration proceedings.Marcus began his career as a judicial clerk for the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois, where he developed a strong foundation in procedural and substantive law. He later joined a leading national law firm, where he honed his skills in trial advocacy and appellate litigation before transitioning to his current role as senior trial attorney.

 

Notable Cases:

1. Patent Litigation Success (2022): Represented a telecommunications company in a patent dispute involving 5G technology. Secured a complete victory after a two-week jury trial, resulting in the invalidation of the opposing party’s patent claims.

2. Breach of Fiduciary Duty Case (2021): Defended a private equity firm against allegations of breach of fiduciary duty by a former partner. The case was dismissed on summary judgment, saving the client millions in potential liability.

3. Copyright Infringement Defense (2020): Successfully defended an independent film studio against claims of copyright infringement related to screenplay rights. The case concluded with a favorable settlement after key pretrial motions were won.

4. Class Action Representation (2019): Represented a national retail chain in defending against consumer class action claims related to deceptive advertising practices. Negotiated a favorable settlement that minimized financial exposure and preserved the client’s reputation.