Portland Intellectual Property Attorneys
Protection for creative works, inventions, entertainment properties, and technology businesses through patents, trademarks, copyrights, and related rights.
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Schedule Your Free Case EvaluationWe develop patent strategies aligned with business goals, prepare and prosecute domestic and international patent applications, negotiate patent licenses, and handle infringement disputes. We also provide noninfringement and invalidity opinions and patent diligence support in transactions.
Our copyright and trademark practice includes registration, portfolio strategy, enforcement, and dispute resolution, along with licensing, trade secrets, publicity rights, unfair competition, and related confidentiality and independent contractor agreements.
Our clients include professionals across creative arts, entertainment, and media, including music, film, television, publishing, writing, crafts, online services, and marketing. We negotiate and draft agreements, handle disputes, and advise on industry standards and intellectual property issues.
We also represent established and startup technology businesses, including content providers and e-commerce companies, with business, finance, tax, and IP guidance at all stages of development.
Common Challenges We Solve
- ✓ Innovators and creators who fail to secure IP rights early risk losing them to competitors or facing infringement claims with no legal protection in place.
- ✓ Companies often discover trademark conflicts or unregistered copyrights only when a dispute arises—when the cost to defend or enforce rights is highest.
- ✓ Licensing and collaboration agreements that do not clearly define IP ownership create ambiguity that leads to expensive litigation.
- ✓ Creative professionals and technology founders often sign contracts that undervalue their work or surrender rights they did not intend to give away.
- ✓ Disputes over ownership, royalties, or platform liability can stall projects and drain resources if not addressed quickly and strategically.
- ✓ Startup technology companies need practical legal guidance that keeps pace with fast-moving deals and emerging regulatory requirements.
Why Clients Trust EOP Law
Deep Experience
Our attorneys bring decades of experience helping Portland businesses and individuals navigate complex legal matters.
Boutique Service
You'll work directly with experienced attorneys who know your goals and provide personalized guidance.
Trusted Relationships
We're known for our approachable, responsive style and commitment to building lasting client relationships.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How long does it take to get a patent?
- U.S. utility patents typically take two to four years from filing to grant. We develop prosecution strategies that balance speed, cost, and the breadth of protection you need.
- Should I register my trademark before launching?
- Yes, ideally. Registration provides nationwide priority, a public record of ownership, and the right to use the ® symbol. We conduct clearance searches before filing to minimize conflict risk.
- What is a trade secret and how do I protect it?
- A trade secret is confidential business information that provides competitive value. Protection requires reasonable security measures, non-disclosure agreements, and clear policies. We help you establish and maintain trade secret protection.
- What do I do if someone is infringing my IP?
- We send cease-and-desist letters, negotiate licenses, and litigate infringement claims in federal court. The right approach depends on the nature of the infringement and your business goals.
- Who owns the content I create for a client?
- Ownership depends on the agreement and whether work qualifies as "work made for hire" under copyright law. We draft agreements that clearly protect your interests.
- How do I license my software or digital content?
- We draft licensing agreements that define permitted uses, payment terms, territory, exclusivity, and termination rights tailored to your distribution model.
- What legal documents does a SaaS company need?
- At minimum: Terms of Service, a Privacy Policy, a Data Processing Agreement if you handle personal data, and an SLA for enterprise clients. We draft and review all of these.
- Can you help negotiate a record deal or production agreement?
- Yes. We review and negotiate deal points including advances, royalties, ownership, creative control, and term length for recording, film, and television agreements.