Startups

Transitioning a good idea into a sustainable business starts with protecting the intellectual property (IP) behind it.

IP Counsel for Startups

HRFM's Startup Group works with companies at every stage of development, from idea through startup and beyond. Establishing solid IP protection early is important for long-term company value and for attracting capital investment.

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How HRFM Works With Startup Companies

We keenly understand the budgetary challenges startup companies face. The Startup Group offers cost-efficient services and, when necessary, low-cost alternatives and flexible fee arrangements.

Members of the group are well-versed in cross-disciplinary collaboration and bring experience across many technical disciplines. This includes working closely alongside your startup as you develop your business plans.

On-site educational programs, tailored to startup and incubator clients, are also available. These help you develop, implement and maintain a comprehensive IP strategy.

Our attorneys also prepare you for the inevitable questions potential investors will ask, including how to approach an IP due diligence review by venture capital companies.

Startup IP Services From HRFM

We offer the following IP legal services and more, tailored to your startup's needs:

• On-site presentations to educate startups about IP's mechanisms and benefits
• Strategic IP counseling, including pre- and post-patent filing strategy
• Advice on developing and optimizing an IP portfolio in anticipation of meetings with potential investors, including how to prepare for an IP due diligence review by venture capital companies
• Summary landscape analyses for competitive landscape assessment
• Agreement drafting and review, including license agreements, sponsored or joint research agreements, material transfer agreements and nondisclosure agreements
• Patent and trademark prosecution
• Copyright registration
• Trade secret protection
• License negotiation assistance
• IP enforcement
• Domestic and international IP considerations
• Expedited IP protection

Build Your Startup's IP Foundation With HRFM

At HRFM, we know that the IP decisions you make early have a long reach. As the largest IP law firm in upstate New York, we serve startup clients from our offices in Albany and Rochester.

Contact us to discuss your startup IP needs, or search our attorneys to find the right expert for your work.