Alpharetta Intellectual Property Attorneys Protecting Your Assets
As a company begins to grow, it often develops its own unique ideas, goods, services and overall brand. These are all powerful assets that competitors often seek to take or appropriate. As such, it is often extremely important to protect these assets.
While the processes for protecting these assets may appear simple, any mistake can result in rejection that can prove catastrophic. You should partner with an experienced lawyer to handle the many complicated details of intellectual property law.
With a master’s degree in business administration, our founding attorney Craig Lerman understands business and he understands business law. He has more than a decade of experience working on these and other intellectual property issues and with offices in Alpharetta and Kennesaw, he is ready to serve you.
What Are Your Goals?
Our intellectual property attorneys will work with you to fully understand your goals and develop a cost-effective and efficient way to protect your intellectual property in the long run. This includes:
- Patent law
- Service marks
- Branding
- Trademarks
- Copyright law
- Registration
- Infringement
At Lerman Law Associates, P.C., we understand the extensive time, energy and resources that go into creating these assets. We are prepared to tailor our approach to whatever the issue is so that clients can get back to core business processes while we protect their intellectual property rights.
In the event that a client is facing patent prosecution issues, we are prepared to call in specialists to help defend clients’ interests in the best possible way.
FAQ
Below are some common questions we get and our answers to them.
What patent services do you offer beyond basic registration?
Filing an application is just the start. We handle patent prosecution directly with the USPTO. We argue on your behalf to resolve examiner rejections. This work creates broader protection for your inventions. You also get representation in post-grant proceedings before the Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB). This includes Inter Partes Review (IPR) to challenge or defend a patent’s validity.
We also advise tech and telecom clients on Standard Essential Patents (SEPs). Your technology might become part of an industry standard. If so, licensing terms must be Fair, Reasonable, and Non-Discriminatory (FRAND). We draft the necessary contracts to meet these rules. We stop others from undervaluing your rights. We also defend licensees against unfair terms. We structure agreements to support your revenue goals.
How do you protect my brand and other intellectual assets?
Real protection looks at your whole portfolio. We register trademarks for physical goods. We also register service marks for specific services. These registrations set your brand apart from competitors. When disputes arise, we represent you in opposition and cancellation proceedings before the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board (TTAB).
We also help with branding. We clear names and logos early. This step lowers the risk of expensive rebranding later. Some proprietary data does not belong in a public registry. We use trade secret protocols to keep that information private. We apply copyright law to protect original works like software code, architectural designs and website content. We turn your concepts into transferable assets. We also conduct IP due diligence for mergers and acquisitions.
What happens when infringement occurs, and how do you defend my business?
We act fast when someone violates your rights. Infringement disputes cost money. We focus on fixing the problem quickly. We represent you in litigation to enforce your claims. We seek court injunctions to stop the infringing activity. We also pursue damages to recover lost profits or royalties.
You might face infringement accusations yourself. We review the opposing patent or trademark. We find weaknesses to challenge their claims. Every litigation strategy has a commercial impact. We align our defense with your business goals.
How To Contact Lerman Law Associates, P.C.
We build long-term relationships with clients throughout greater Atlanta. After assisting you with intellectual property issues, we can help you resolve your ongoing legal needs. For a free initial consultation regarding your intellectual property, contact our firm online or call 678-888-5773 to schedule an appointment at our offices in Alpharetta or Kennesaw. We regularly serve residents and businesses in Fulton County and Cobb County and offer virtual or remote meeting options as needed.