Phoenix Copyright Law Attorney, Serving Business and Individual Clients Nationwide
The term "copyright" is subject to many misconceptions, and critical differences between copyright protection and other types of intellectual property protection are often blurred in the public view. In fact, it is common for business leaders and others to believe they need help with a copyright matter when the issue actually involves a patent, trademark, trade secret, or several overlapping issues.
Do You Need to Register a Copyright or a Trademark?
Although copyright registration today is most often associated with entertainment and the visual arts, a wide range of situations involving business assets and information are also best addressed by an experienced copyright lawyer. Registering a copyright may be the best way to gain legally enforceable protection of newly developed computer software, original material on an internet website, photographs, advertising concepts and copy, just as a few examples.
Comprehensive, Efficient Copyright Registration Services
Led in this practice area by accomplished Arizona intellectual property lawyer Michael Gerity, we offer counsel and services including:
- Insightful analysis of your intellectual property protection needs relative to your business goals and priorities, whether they involve copyrights, trademarks, patents, trade secrets or any combination of these
- Clear explanation of the differences between automatic copyright protection of original works and registration with the U.S. Copyright Office, such as the ability to pursue litigation if someone commits copyright infringement at your expense
- Guidance and efficient action through all phases of the copyright registration process
- Transactional representation, contract drafting and review, and other steps associated with copyright sales, transfers and licensing for limited use
- Defense of allegations of copyright infringement leveled against you or your business
There is no specific Arizona copyright registration law or registration process. Registration occurs at the federal level, enabling us to assist you with this aspect of your business needs wherever you are in the United States.
Turn to a Versatile, Proven Intellectual Property Lawyer: 602-639-4696
Our efforts for each client are grounded in decades of experience working closely with businesses across many industrial and economic sectors, from formation through ongoing operations and an orderly, legally sound business dissolution if needed. We bring a unique perspective to your intellectual property issues and are committed to finding the best ways to help you and your business succeed.
To discuss copyright registration or any other aspect of intellectual property protection, call or e-mail us anytime at Israel & Gerity in Phoenix, Arizona.
