Phoenix, Arizona, Intellectual Property Protection Lawyer
Most businesses have certain assets that are difficult to evaluate in pure dollars but absolutely critical to profitability, sustenance and growth. Company and product names may have irreplaceable brand value and equity, for example. Original inventions developed within the company may be unique and exclusive. In some cases, trade secrets — unique knowledge and information used to operate the company — are the most valuable assets of all.
In-Depth Knowledge of Laws on Trademarks, Copyrights, Patents and More
In legal terms, these assets are all considered intellectual property, and there are separate and distinct methods of protecting them based on applicable law. Our law firm is an outstanding resource for Arizona businesses with needs and interests involving:
- Trademark registration and copyright registration — services we provide on a nationwide basis
- Disputes over trademarks, copyrights, patents or trade secrets, including allegations of infringement that may require skilled negotiation or litigation in state or federal court
- Best practices for protecting trade secrets and other "inside" information that is often essential to the business and potentially devastating in the hands of a competitor
Sound Business Counsel and Proactive Steps to Protect Your Trade Secrets
Arizona intellectual property attorney Michael Gerity counsels clients in a range of industries and market sectors on lawful, effective methods of protecting trade secrets. Key steps can include:
- Drafting and implementation of legally sound partnership agreements, covenants not to compete and nondisclosure agreements (NDAs) that provide a deterrent to taking or sharing critical, confidential information and a basis for resolving disputes
- Development of internal educational materials and programs that inform employees of their legal obligations and risks involving trade secrets such as customer lists, information on manufacturing and distribution processes, pricing data and much more
Ultimately, serious disputes over intellectual property including trade secrets may call for representation of your interests in civil litigation, our clear strength and focus at Israel & Gerity, PLLC. We have in-depth knowledge of federal and Arizona laws in this area, as well as negotiating and trial skills backed by decades of experience.
For a consultation with a proven "IP" lawyer who will bring extensive large-firm experience to your case, but also offer the personal attention necessary to truly grasp your needs, contact our law firm by telephone or e-mail.
