Identifying IP assets and implementing reliable processes to protect them can be difficult. CKPT attorneys advise clients on identifying, assessing, and protecting their IP rights, including:

• Uncovering patent, copyright, trademark, and trade secrets rights so that may be adequately protected;
• Assisting clients to develop their brand and protecting it;
• Developing effective employment agreements to maximize protection of IP rights from current and ex employees;
• Structuring research and development agreements, independent-contractor agreements, and joint-venture agreement to maximize IP protection;
• Developing idea and patent submission policies;
• Advising on patent portfolio and licensing strategies; and
• Conducting IP due diligence for mergers, acquisitions, and other transactions.

For more information on CKPT's patent, trademark, copyright, trade secret, and intellectual property (IP) trial and litigation practice, please go to www.ckptip.com