Intellectual Property
PORTFOLIO EVALUATION & REGISTRATION
Many companies are unaware of the extent to which they can maximize and secure the value of their existing intellectual property and protect it against infringement. We review companies' business materials and existing intellectual property portfolios to identify intellectual property assets and determine which property can be registered with the appropriate agencies (DPMA, EPMA). We then register and maintain that intellectual property to ensure that the maximum protection is afforded under the law.
MONITORING SERVICES
The establishment of an extensive monitoring system represents one of the most effective ways to protect intellectual property against infringement. We are able to monitor international watch services to ensure that no trademarks or brand names dilutive to our clients' intellectual property are introduced into the marketplace. In addition, we are also able to monitor national and international intellectual property laws and regulations so that our clients are aware of any significant changes that would impact their rights both today and in the future.
DISTRIBUTION AND LICENSING AGREEMENTS
The introduction of intellectual property into new markets requires not only compliance with all applicable laws and regulations, but also the preparation of distribution and licensing agreements setting out the terms of any relationship with agents, distributors and/or licensees. We assist our clients in negotiating, drafting and recording distribution and licensing agreements to ensure that their intellectual property rights are preserved throughout the world.
ENFORCEMENT ACTIVITIES
More and more, companies are being required to defend their ownership and use of intellectual property. We work with our clients both nationally and internationally through the courts, international trade agencies, and government officials to ensure that their rights are recognized, and accorded the full weight of the law.
