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Because intellectual property is valuable, companies often seek to acquire or sell technology or other intellectual property assets.  The transfer of rights and interests in intellectual property may occur in a variety of situations, such as the creation of a product distribution network, an asset purchase arrangement, a joint venture agreement, or a corporate merger. We routinely assist our clients in the acquisition and transfer of patent, trademark, copyright, and other proprietary rights through mergers, purchases, sales, licenses, and other types of agreements. 

We regularly represent buyers, sellers, and venture capitalists in transactions involving intellectual property assets.  We provide our clients with due diligence on the value, legal status, validity, and utility of the intellectual property at issue, skillfully negotiate with opposing parties to achieve favorable terms, and then draft the documents necessary to complete the transactions.  Our lawyers have considerable experience with intellectual property transfers involving many industries and technologies, including computer hardware, software, business methods, biotechnology, chemical, electrical, traditional and internet retailers, food and beverage, and media and communications.  Their experience also includes advising clients on agreements with foreign parties and dealing with government contracts.