Launching and scaling a startup comes with a host of legal considerations, particularly when it comes to protecting intellectual property. To help emerging companies navigate these challenges, Thompson Coburn’s Intellectual Property practice group introduces The Startup Legal Playbook, a video series covering key IP issues every startup should understand.
In the series:
- Partner Jennifer Visintine explains the advantages of federal trademark registration and why securing trademark protection early can help companies build and protect their brands in Federal Trademark Registration.
- In Protecting Your Trade Secrets, partner Michael Parks discusses how startups can safeguard valuable trade secrets and avoid common pitfalls that can put proprietary information at risk.
- Michael Parks also explores the concept of Freedom to Operate, highlighting why startups should evaluate potential intellectual property risks before bringing products and services to market.
- In Who Owns Your Company’s IP? partner Wil Holtz examines ownership issues that can arise with intellectual property and explains how unresolved rights can affect investment opportunities and company growth.
- Wil Holtz also breaks down the value of developing a patent strategy in Benefits of a Patent Strategy, outlining how patents can support long-term business objectives and create competitive advantages.
- In Trademark Clearance Search, partner Tom Polcyn discusses the importance of conducting trademark clearance searches before adopting a brand name, helping businesses avoid costly disputes and rebranding efforts.
