SlideShare a Scribd company logo
1 of 12
Download to read offline
HOW TO PROTECT
YOUR INTELLECTUAL
PROPERTY
IDEATO IPO
Steven Colby, JD, Ph.D.
Patent Attorney – Rimon Law, PC
steven.colby@rimonlaw.com
© Steven Colby 2021-2022
June 1, 2022
WHY WOULD
YOU DO THIS?
WHY WOULD A CASH LIMITED STARTUP
PUT THOUSANDS OF DOLLARS INTOTHE
DEVELOPMENT OF AN IP PORTFOLIO?
WHAT CAN I GET?
• Copyright
• Trademark
• Trade Secrets
• Patents
COMMON TYPES OF PATENTS
PROVISIONAL
• Placeholder
• Quick & Easy
• Inexpensive
• ONEYear
NON-PROVISIONAL
• Ornamental
• 14 years
• Moderate Cost
DESIGN
• Enforceable Rights
• 20 years
• High Cost
WILL I RULE THE
WORLD WITH
MY PATENTS?
WHEN DO I NEED TO START
THINKING ABOUT IP?
• Yesterday….
WHAT DOES THIS ALL COST?
2500
18000
30000
$0
$5,000
$10,000
$15,000
$20,000
$25,000
$30,000
$35,000
Provisional Non-Provisional filing Patent Issue
Patent Costs (US)
First Application Family Members
OWNERSHIP
• Ownership initially vests in the
INVENTORS
• Applications must be assigned to
the company
• Assign Clauses
• Employer IP
• Open source trap
• Assignment process
STRATEGY
• Patent for the Marketing Person,
Not the Engineer
• Product Driven
• Focus onValuation
• Make IP more than just a Checkbox
OTHER PEOPLE’S IP
• The start-up viewpoint
• Read the literature
• Keep records
MISTAKES
1) Ownership
2) Ownership
3) Waiting
4) No Strategy
5) Understanding the Patent
1) Specification
2) Claims
How to Protect Your Intellectual Property

More Related Content

Similar to How to Protect Your Intellectual Property

IP for Entrepreneurs Slides.pptx
IP for Entrepreneurs Slides.pptxIP for Entrepreneurs Slides.pptx
IP for Entrepreneurs Slides.pptx
RolandMaya4
 
Jo lim, Anyone for .tennis?
Jo lim, Anyone for .tennis?Jo lim, Anyone for .tennis?
Jo lim, Anyone for .tennis?
awiasecretary
 
Intellectual Assets and Propoerty
Intellectual Assets and PropoertyIntellectual Assets and Propoerty
Intellectual Assets and Propoerty
hisez
 
Richardson Oliver - Counter Assertion Value Model - 20150611LI
Richardson Oliver - Counter Assertion Value Model - 20150611LIRichardson Oliver - Counter Assertion Value Model - 20150611LI
Richardson Oliver - Counter Assertion Value Model - 20150611LI
Kent Richardson
 

Similar to How to Protect Your Intellectual Property (20)

Depreciation Webinar
Depreciation WebinarDepreciation Webinar
Depreciation Webinar
 
Ip 102 b
Ip 102 bIp 102 b
Ip 102 b
 
FounderFuel & InnoCité - IP Start-Up Guide
FounderFuel & InnoCité - IP Start-Up Guide FounderFuel & InnoCité - IP Start-Up Guide
FounderFuel & InnoCité - IP Start-Up Guide
 
Mini Bootcamp: Get ready for Crowdfunding
Mini Bootcamp: Get ready for CrowdfundingMini Bootcamp: Get ready for Crowdfunding
Mini Bootcamp: Get ready for Crowdfunding
 
Crowdfunding Tempe Chamber
Crowdfunding Tempe ChamberCrowdfunding Tempe Chamber
Crowdfunding Tempe Chamber
 
Patent Market 2017: Buyers, Sellers, Motivations & Prices?
Patent Market 2017:  Buyers, Sellers, Motivations & Prices?Patent Market 2017:  Buyers, Sellers, Motivations & Prices?
Patent Market 2017: Buyers, Sellers, Motivations & Prices?
 
IP for Entrepreneurs Slides.pptx
IP for Entrepreneurs Slides.pptxIP for Entrepreneurs Slides.pptx
IP for Entrepreneurs Slides.pptx
 
Ten things you need to know to protect your company and brand names
Ten things you need to know to protect your company and brand namesTen things you need to know to protect your company and brand names
Ten things you need to know to protect your company and brand names
 
AZBIA & Traklight present "New Year, New Business" Open House
AZBIA & Traklight present "New Year, New Business" Open HouseAZBIA & Traklight present "New Year, New Business" Open House
AZBIA & Traklight present "New Year, New Business" Open House
 
Intellectual Property 102
Intellectual Property 102Intellectual Property 102
Intellectual Property 102
 
Jo lim, Anyone for .tennis?
Jo lim, Anyone for .tennis?Jo lim, Anyone for .tennis?
Jo lim, Anyone for .tennis?
 
Intellectual Assets and Propoerty
Intellectual Assets and PropoertyIntellectual Assets and Propoerty
Intellectual Assets and Propoerty
 
Introduction to Key Concepts (Series: Intellectual Property Boot Camp)
Introduction to Key Concepts (Series: Intellectual Property Boot Camp)Introduction to Key Concepts (Series: Intellectual Property Boot Camp)
Introduction to Key Concepts (Series: Intellectual Property Boot Camp)
 
Richardson Oliver - Counter Assertion Value Model - 20150611LI
Richardson Oliver - Counter Assertion Value Model - 20150611LIRichardson Oliver - Counter Assertion Value Model - 20150611LI
Richardson Oliver - Counter Assertion Value Model - 20150611LI
 
Santa Clara - Startups & IP Law
Santa Clara - Startups & IP LawSanta Clara - Startups & IP Law
Santa Clara - Startups & IP Law
 
IP Matters
IP MattersIP Matters
IP Matters
 
No. 2 how to build real wealth with property - an easy guide for beginners ...
No. 2   how to build real wealth with property - an easy guide for beginners ...No. 2   how to build real wealth with property - an easy guide for beginners ...
No. 2 how to build real wealth with property - an easy guide for beginners ...
 
Stanford CS 007-10: Personal Finance for Engineers / Additional Topics
Stanford CS 007-10: Personal Finance for Engineers / Additional TopicsStanford CS 007-10: Personal Finance for Engineers / Additional Topics
Stanford CS 007-10: Personal Finance for Engineers / Additional Topics
 
intellectual property IP strategic management partners
intellectual property IP strategic management partnersintellectual property IP strategic management partners
intellectual property IP strategic management partners
 
Innovation Arizona Summit June 11 2013 HOW to SUCCEED
Innovation Arizona Summit June 11 2013 HOW to SUCCEEDInnovation Arizona Summit June 11 2013 HOW to SUCCEED
Innovation Arizona Summit June 11 2013 HOW to SUCCEED
 

More from ideatoipo

Anatomy of a Patent for Executives and Entrepreneurs
Anatomy of a Patent for Executives and EntrepreneursAnatomy of a Patent for Executives and Entrepreneurs
Anatomy of a Patent for Executives and Entrepreneurs
ideatoipo
 
How to Master Resume Writing in a Competitive Market
How to Master Resume Writing in a Competitive MarketHow to Master Resume Writing in a Competitive Market
How to Master Resume Writing in a Competitive Market
ideatoipo
 
How to Answer the Most Important Question In Your Interview
How to Answer the Most Important Question In Your InterviewHow to Answer the Most Important Question In Your Interview
How to Answer the Most Important Question In Your Interview
ideatoipo
 
How to Write a Resume in a Competitive Job Market
How to Write a Resume in a Competitive Job MarketHow to Write a Resume in a Competitive Job Market
How to Write a Resume in a Competitive Job Market
ideatoipo
 
How to Get Venture and Angel Funding for Your Tech Startup
How to Get Venture and Angel Funding for Your Tech StartupHow to Get Venture and Angel Funding for Your Tech Startup
How to Get Venture and Angel Funding for Your Tech Startup
ideatoipo
 
How to Get Venture and Angel Funding for Your Tech Startup
How to Get Venture and Angel Funding for Your Tech StartupHow to Get Venture and Angel Funding for Your Tech Startup
How to Get Venture and Angel Funding for Your Tech Startup
ideatoipo
 
How to do a Venture Capital Financing in 2024
How to do a Venture Capital Financing  in 2024How to do a Venture Capital Financing  in 2024
How to do a Venture Capital Financing in 2024
ideatoipo
 
How to Systematize Your Job Search in 2024
How to Systematize Your Job Search in 2024How to Systematize Your Job Search in 2024
How to Systematize Your Job Search in 2024
ideatoipo
 
Top Ten Legal Mistakes That Could Doom Your Startup
Top Ten Legal Mistakes That Could Doom Your StartupTop Ten Legal Mistakes That Could Doom Your Startup
Top Ten Legal Mistakes That Could Doom Your Startup
ideatoipo
 
How to Recession-Proof Your Job Search in 2024
How to Recession-Proof Your Job Search in 2024How to Recession-Proof Your Job Search in 2024
How to Recession-Proof Your Job Search in 2024
ideatoipo
 
H1-B + U.S. Visa Options for Int'l Tech Professionals, Entrepreneurs & Investors
H1-B + U.S. Visa Options for Int'l Tech Professionals, Entrepreneurs & InvestorsH1-B + U.S. Visa Options for Int'l Tech Professionals, Entrepreneurs & Investors
H1-B + U.S. Visa Options for Int'l Tech Professionals, Entrepreneurs & Investors
ideatoipo
 
How to Strategically Prepare Your Job Search for 2024
How to Strategically Prepare Your Job Search for 2024How to Strategically Prepare Your Job Search for 2024
How to Strategically Prepare Your Job Search for 2024
ideatoipo
 
How to Secure Seed and Pre-Seed Investment for Your Startup
How to Secure Seed and Pre-Seed Investment for Your StartupHow to Secure Seed and Pre-Seed Investment for Your Startup
How to Secure Seed and Pre-Seed Investment for Your Startup
ideatoipo
 
How to Get Funding for Your Startup by Building Your Corporate Credit
How to Get Funding for Your Startup by Building Your Corporate CreditHow to Get Funding for Your Startup by Building Your Corporate Credit
How to Get Funding for Your Startup by Building Your Corporate Credit
ideatoipo
 
How to Raise Seed Funding for Your Startup: Convertible Notes and SAFEs
How to Raise Seed Funding for Your Startup: Convertible Notes and SAFEsHow to Raise Seed Funding for Your Startup: Convertible Notes and SAFEs
How to Raise Seed Funding for Your Startup: Convertible Notes and SAFEs
ideatoipo
 
Startup Law 101:How to Avoid Legal Pitfalls that Could Doom Your Startup
Startup Law 101:How to Avoid Legal Pitfalls that Could Doom Your StartupStartup Law 101:How to Avoid Legal Pitfalls that Could Doom Your Startup
Startup Law 101:How to Avoid Legal Pitfalls that Could Doom Your Startup
ideatoipo
 
How to Move Your Startup Company to the U.S.
How to Move Your Startup Company to the U.S.How to Move Your Startup Company to the U.S.
How to Move Your Startup Company to the U.S.
ideatoipo
 

More from ideatoipo (20)

Anatomy of a Patent for Executives and Entrepreneurs
Anatomy of a Patent for Executives and EntrepreneursAnatomy of a Patent for Executives and Entrepreneurs
Anatomy of a Patent for Executives and Entrepreneurs
 
How to Master Resume Writing in a Competitive Market
How to Master Resume Writing in a Competitive MarketHow to Master Resume Writing in a Competitive Market
How to Master Resume Writing in a Competitive Market
 
How to Answer the Most Important Question In Your Interview
How to Answer the Most Important Question In Your InterviewHow to Answer the Most Important Question In Your Interview
How to Answer the Most Important Question In Your Interview
 
How to Write a Resume in a Competitive Job Market
How to Write a Resume in a Competitive Job MarketHow to Write a Resume in a Competitive Job Market
How to Write a Resume in a Competitive Job Market
 
How to Get Venture and Angel Funding for Your Tech Startup
How to Get Venture and Angel Funding for Your Tech StartupHow to Get Venture and Angel Funding for Your Tech Startup
How to Get Venture and Angel Funding for Your Tech Startup
 
How to Get Venture and Angel Funding for Your Tech Startup
How to Get Venture and Angel Funding for Your Tech StartupHow to Get Venture and Angel Funding for Your Tech Startup
How to Get Venture and Angel Funding for Your Tech Startup
 
How to do a Venture Capital Financing in 2024
How to do a Venture Capital Financing  in 2024How to do a Venture Capital Financing  in 2024
How to do a Venture Capital Financing in 2024
 
How to Systematize Your Job Search in 2024
How to Systematize Your Job Search in 2024How to Systematize Your Job Search in 2024
How to Systematize Your Job Search in 2024
 
Top Ten Legal Mistakes That Could Doom Your Startup
Top Ten Legal Mistakes That Could Doom Your StartupTop Ten Legal Mistakes That Could Doom Your Startup
Top Ten Legal Mistakes That Could Doom Your Startup
 
How to Recession-Proof Your Job Search in 2024
How to Recession-Proof Your Job Search in 2024How to Recession-Proof Your Job Search in 2024
How to Recession-Proof Your Job Search in 2024
 
H1-B + U.S. Visa Options for Int'l Tech Professionals, Entrepreneurs & Investors
H1-B + U.S. Visa Options for Int'l Tech Professionals, Entrepreneurs & InvestorsH1-B + U.S. Visa Options for Int'l Tech Professionals, Entrepreneurs & Investors
H1-B + U.S. Visa Options for Int'l Tech Professionals, Entrepreneurs & Investors
 
How to Strategically Prepare Your Job Search for 2024
How to Strategically Prepare Your Job Search for 2024How to Strategically Prepare Your Job Search for 2024
How to Strategically Prepare Your Job Search for 2024
 
How to Secure Seed and Pre-Seed Investment for Your Startup
How to Secure Seed and Pre-Seed Investment for Your StartupHow to Secure Seed and Pre-Seed Investment for Your Startup
How to Secure Seed and Pre-Seed Investment for Your Startup
 
How to Get Funding for Your Startup by Building Your Corporate Credit
How to Get Funding for Your Startup by Building Your Corporate CreditHow to Get Funding for Your Startup by Building Your Corporate Credit
How to Get Funding for Your Startup by Building Your Corporate Credit
 
How to Raise Seed Funding for Your Startup: Convertible Notes and SAFEs
How to Raise Seed Funding for Your Startup: Convertible Notes and SAFEsHow to Raise Seed Funding for Your Startup: Convertible Notes and SAFEs
How to Raise Seed Funding for Your Startup: Convertible Notes and SAFEs
 
Startup Law 101:How to Avoid Legal Pitfalls that Could Doom Your Startup
Startup Law 101:How to Avoid Legal Pitfalls that Could Doom Your StartupStartup Law 101:How to Avoid Legal Pitfalls that Could Doom Your Startup
Startup Law 101:How to Avoid Legal Pitfalls that Could Doom Your Startup
 
How to Prepare Your Job Search for 2024 Success
How to Prepare Your Job Search for 2024 SuccessHow to Prepare Your Job Search for 2024 Success
How to Prepare Your Job Search for 2024 Success
 
How to Move Your Startup Company to the U.S.
How to Move Your Startup Company to the U.S.How to Move Your Startup Company to the U.S.
How to Move Your Startup Company to the U.S.
 
How to Do a Venture Capital Financing
How to Do a Venture Capital FinancingHow to Do a Venture Capital Financing
How to Do a Venture Capital Financing
 
How to Move Your Startup Company to the U.S.
How to Move Your Startup Company to the U.S.How to Move Your Startup Company to the U.S.
How to Move Your Startup Company to the U.S.
 

Recently uploaded

Quick Doctor In Kuwait +2773`7758`557 Kuwait Doha Qatar Dubai Abu Dhabi Sharj...
Quick Doctor In Kuwait +2773`7758`557 Kuwait Doha Qatar Dubai Abu Dhabi Sharj...Quick Doctor In Kuwait +2773`7758`557 Kuwait Doha Qatar Dubai Abu Dhabi Sharj...
Quick Doctor In Kuwait +2773`7758`557 Kuwait Doha Qatar Dubai Abu Dhabi Sharj...
daisycvs
 
The Abortion pills for sale in Qatar@Doha [+27737758557] []Deira Dubai Kuwait
The Abortion pills for sale in Qatar@Doha [+27737758557] []Deira Dubai KuwaitThe Abortion pills for sale in Qatar@Doha [+27737758557] []Deira Dubai Kuwait
The Abortion pills for sale in Qatar@Doha [+27737758557] []Deira Dubai Kuwait
daisycvs
 

Recently uploaded (20)

Berhampur 70918*19311 CALL GIRLS IN ESCORT SERVICE WE ARE PROVIDING
Berhampur 70918*19311 CALL GIRLS IN ESCORT SERVICE WE ARE PROVIDINGBerhampur 70918*19311 CALL GIRLS IN ESCORT SERVICE WE ARE PROVIDING
Berhampur 70918*19311 CALL GIRLS IN ESCORT SERVICE WE ARE PROVIDING
 
Durg CALL GIRL ❤ 82729*64427❤ CALL GIRLS IN durg ESCORTS
Durg CALL GIRL ❤ 82729*64427❤ CALL GIRLS IN durg ESCORTSDurg CALL GIRL ❤ 82729*64427❤ CALL GIRLS IN durg ESCORTS
Durg CALL GIRL ❤ 82729*64427❤ CALL GIRLS IN durg ESCORTS
 
joint cost.pptx COST ACCOUNTING Sixteenth Edition ...
joint cost.pptx  COST ACCOUNTING  Sixteenth Edition                          ...joint cost.pptx  COST ACCOUNTING  Sixteenth Edition                          ...
joint cost.pptx COST ACCOUNTING Sixteenth Edition ...
 
Nashik Call Girl Just Call 7091819311 Top Class Call Girl Service Available
Nashik Call Girl Just Call 7091819311 Top Class Call Girl Service AvailableNashik Call Girl Just Call 7091819311 Top Class Call Girl Service Available
Nashik Call Girl Just Call 7091819311 Top Class Call Girl Service Available
 
Quick Doctor In Kuwait +2773`7758`557 Kuwait Doha Qatar Dubai Abu Dhabi Sharj...
Quick Doctor In Kuwait +2773`7758`557 Kuwait Doha Qatar Dubai Abu Dhabi Sharj...Quick Doctor In Kuwait +2773`7758`557 Kuwait Doha Qatar Dubai Abu Dhabi Sharj...
Quick Doctor In Kuwait +2773`7758`557 Kuwait Doha Qatar Dubai Abu Dhabi Sharj...
 
Falcon Invoice Discounting: The best investment platform in india for investors
Falcon Invoice Discounting: The best investment platform in india for investorsFalcon Invoice Discounting: The best investment platform in india for investors
Falcon Invoice Discounting: The best investment platform in india for investors
 
Pre Engineered Building Manufacturers Hyderabad.pptx
Pre Engineered  Building Manufacturers Hyderabad.pptxPre Engineered  Building Manufacturers Hyderabad.pptx
Pre Engineered Building Manufacturers Hyderabad.pptx
 
Berhampur Call Girl Just Call 8084732287 Top Class Call Girl Service Available
Berhampur Call Girl Just Call 8084732287 Top Class Call Girl Service AvailableBerhampur Call Girl Just Call 8084732287 Top Class Call Girl Service Available
Berhampur Call Girl Just Call 8084732287 Top Class Call Girl Service Available
 
HomeRoots Pitch Deck | Investor Insights | April 2024
HomeRoots Pitch Deck | Investor Insights | April 2024HomeRoots Pitch Deck | Investor Insights | April 2024
HomeRoots Pitch Deck | Investor Insights | April 2024
 
Chennai Call Gril 80022//12248 Only For Sex And High Profile Best Gril Sex Av...
Chennai Call Gril 80022//12248 Only For Sex And High Profile Best Gril Sex Av...Chennai Call Gril 80022//12248 Only For Sex And High Profile Best Gril Sex Av...
Chennai Call Gril 80022//12248 Only For Sex And High Profile Best Gril Sex Av...
 
Berhampur CALL GIRL❤7091819311❤CALL GIRLS IN ESCORT SERVICE WE ARE PROVIDING
Berhampur CALL GIRL❤7091819311❤CALL GIRLS IN ESCORT SERVICE WE ARE PROVIDINGBerhampur CALL GIRL❤7091819311❤CALL GIRLS IN ESCORT SERVICE WE ARE PROVIDING
Berhampur CALL GIRL❤7091819311❤CALL GIRLS IN ESCORT SERVICE WE ARE PROVIDING
 
CROSS CULTURAL NEGOTIATION BY PANMISEM NS
CROSS CULTURAL NEGOTIATION BY PANMISEM NSCROSS CULTURAL NEGOTIATION BY PANMISEM NS
CROSS CULTURAL NEGOTIATION BY PANMISEM NS
 
Uneak White's Personal Brand Exploration Presentation
Uneak White's Personal Brand Exploration PresentationUneak White's Personal Brand Exploration Presentation
Uneak White's Personal Brand Exploration Presentation
 
Kalyan Call Girl 98350*37198 Call Girls in Escort service book now
Kalyan Call Girl 98350*37198 Call Girls in Escort service book nowKalyan Call Girl 98350*37198 Call Girls in Escort service book now
Kalyan Call Girl 98350*37198 Call Girls in Escort service book now
 
New 2024 Cannabis Edibles Investor Pitch Deck Template
New 2024 Cannabis Edibles Investor Pitch Deck TemplateNew 2024 Cannabis Edibles Investor Pitch Deck Template
New 2024 Cannabis Edibles Investor Pitch Deck Template
 
Ooty Call Gril 80022//12248 Only For Sex And High Profile Best Gril Sex Avail...
Ooty Call Gril 80022//12248 Only For Sex And High Profile Best Gril Sex Avail...Ooty Call Gril 80022//12248 Only For Sex And High Profile Best Gril Sex Avail...
Ooty Call Gril 80022//12248 Only For Sex And High Profile Best Gril Sex Avail...
 
The Abortion pills for sale in Qatar@Doha [+27737758557] []Deira Dubai Kuwait
The Abortion pills for sale in Qatar@Doha [+27737758557] []Deira Dubai KuwaitThe Abortion pills for sale in Qatar@Doha [+27737758557] []Deira Dubai Kuwait
The Abortion pills for sale in Qatar@Doha [+27737758557] []Deira Dubai Kuwait
 
Call 7737669865 Vadodara Call Girls Service at your Door Step Available All Time
Call 7737669865 Vadodara Call Girls Service at your Door Step Available All TimeCall 7737669865 Vadodara Call Girls Service at your Door Step Available All Time
Call 7737669865 Vadodara Call Girls Service at your Door Step Available All Time
 
Berhampur 70918*19311 CALL GIRLS IN ESCORT SERVICE WE ARE PROVIDING
Berhampur 70918*19311 CALL GIRLS IN ESCORT SERVICE WE ARE PROVIDINGBerhampur 70918*19311 CALL GIRLS IN ESCORT SERVICE WE ARE PROVIDING
Berhampur 70918*19311 CALL GIRLS IN ESCORT SERVICE WE ARE PROVIDING
 
WheelTug Short Pitch Deck 2024 | Byond Insights
WheelTug Short Pitch Deck 2024 | Byond InsightsWheelTug Short Pitch Deck 2024 | Byond Insights
WheelTug Short Pitch Deck 2024 | Byond Insights
 

How to Protect Your Intellectual Property

  • 1. HOW TO PROTECT YOUR INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY IDEATO IPO Steven Colby, JD, Ph.D. Patent Attorney – Rimon Law, PC steven.colby@rimonlaw.com © Steven Colby 2021-2022 June 1, 2022
  • 2. WHY WOULD YOU DO THIS? WHY WOULD A CASH LIMITED STARTUP PUT THOUSANDS OF DOLLARS INTOTHE DEVELOPMENT OF AN IP PORTFOLIO?
  • 3. WHAT CAN I GET? • Copyright • Trademark • Trade Secrets • Patents
  • 4. COMMON TYPES OF PATENTS PROVISIONAL • Placeholder • Quick & Easy • Inexpensive • ONEYear NON-PROVISIONAL • Ornamental • 14 years • Moderate Cost DESIGN • Enforceable Rights • 20 years • High Cost
  • 5. WILL I RULE THE WORLD WITH MY PATENTS?
  • 6. WHEN DO I NEED TO START THINKING ABOUT IP? • Yesterday….
  • 7. WHAT DOES THIS ALL COST? 2500 18000 30000 $0 $5,000 $10,000 $15,000 $20,000 $25,000 $30,000 $35,000 Provisional Non-Provisional filing Patent Issue Patent Costs (US) First Application Family Members
  • 8. OWNERSHIP • Ownership initially vests in the INVENTORS • Applications must be assigned to the company • Assign Clauses • Employer IP • Open source trap • Assignment process
  • 9. STRATEGY • Patent for the Marketing Person, Not the Engineer • Product Driven • Focus onValuation • Make IP more than just a Checkbox
  • 10. OTHER PEOPLE’S IP • The start-up viewpoint • Read the literature • Keep records
  • 11. MISTAKES 1) Ownership 2) Ownership 3) Waiting 4) No Strategy 5) Understanding the Patent 1) Specification 2) Claims