Exploitation of Intellectual Property
We see protection of intellectual property assets as only part of our value to our clients in this area. KMKSC understands that such assets often have a limited shelf life and need to be efficiently exploited early in their life-span. Our business attorneys work with clients to assist with identifying the best strategies for leveraging value, and putting these into effect.
KMKSC attorneys are able to assist clients to secure value from intellectual assets, in both negotiating and documenting agreements. KMKSC is able to assist with partnership arrangements, production and other outsourcing negotiations and agreements as well as licensing arrangements, and with distribution and supplier agreements.
Effective exploitation not only requres knowledge of regulatory issues, including antitrust, but also a real appreciation of buisness issues such as questions of exclusivity and performance guarantees. Where overseas exploitation is required, we work with appropriate foreign co-counsel to take advantage not only of their local legal knowledge but also understanding of local business practices and industry connections.