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Intellectual Property Due Diligence Considerations

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Intellectual Property (IP) can often be an organization's most important asset. A thorough review is important to claim the IP asset's full value and the ability to claim the full associated rights, such as the right to sue...more

Proskauer Rose LLP

Question of the Week: What do you expect the biggest impacts of Generative AI (GenAI) to be on M&A in the next 12-18 months?

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"I expect to see an increased focus on GenAI-specific inquiries in the due diligence process and corresponding representations and warranties in purchase and merger agreements. Governing legal terms and conditions vary...more

Foley & Lardner LLP

Trademark Law and Bankruptcy Considerations for Emerging Companies in the Renewable Energy Sector

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As the renewable energy sector continues to experience significant growth and attract emerging companies, it becomes essential for entrepreneurs and business owners to understand the legal landscape surrounding trademarks and...more

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The Importance of Due Diligence in M&A Transactions

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In any merger or acquisition, the due diligence stage is one of the most critical steps. It allows the acquiring company to identify dealbreakers, assess risks, make informed decisions, negotiate effectively, ensure...more

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5 Key Takeaways - IP Considerations in M&A Transactions

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The importance of intellectual property (“IP”) in M&A transactions continues to grow as IP, technology, and data have become key components in the valuation of a business. The strength and enforceability of the target...more

Erise IP

Trademarks in M&A Due Diligence

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In a complex merger or acquisition, there are many moving parts. Due diligence of trademark registrations can get lost in the shuffle. But thorough review of brand assets can help avoid pitfalls and maximize the investment. ...more

Foley & Lardner LLP

The Laws of Fashion: What's Trending in 2022

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The fashion industry has certainly seen its fair share of change over the last year given consumer trends, geopolitical & public health issues, innovation in technology and legal developments and we don’t anticipate that...more

Mintz - Intellectual Property Viewpoints

Considering a Purchase, Sale, or Financing? Make Sure Your Trademark Due Diligence is Thorough

Trademark due diligence is the process of analyzing information concerning a company's trademark portfolio and assessing the risks, exposures, and benefits associated with a proposed transaction. In an acquisition, both the...more

Troutman Pepper

Protecting Intellectual Property - Investment Management Roundtable Discussion

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Gregory J. Nowak, a partner and practice leader for hedge funds in Pepper Hamilton’s Private Fund Services Practice Group, hosts a series of candid, interactive webinar discussions for West LegalEdcenter on what is going on...more

King & Spalding

Design, Designation and Regulatory: Structuring Considerations and Regulatory Due Diligence in EU Food and Beverage Transactions

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When structuring and assessing transactions in the food and beverage sector in a European context, a purchaser must consider and evaluate several EU-specific requirements in order to ensure a successful transaction with...more

Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP

Skadden's 2019 Insights: 2018-19 Supreme Court Update

Much of the attention on the U.S. Supreme Court in the 2018-19 term has concerned its composition or its handling of cases involving some of the signature initiatives of President Donald Trump’s administration. Less noticed...more

Williams Mullen

3 IP Questions Every Government Contractor Must Ask Before Entering a Corporate Transaction

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One of the roles of John Cleese in the comic movie “Monty Python and the Holy Grail” was Tim the Enchanter. Tim the Enchanter posed three questions to the Knights of the Round Table to determine if they would be allowed to...more

Hogan Lovells

Total Brand Care: The benefits of a holistic approach to creating, commercializing, and protecting company brands

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24 April 2018 At Hogan Lovells, we understand that brands are the heart of a company’s value, reputation, and competitive advantage. Total Brand Care is our holistic approach to creating, commercializing, and protecting our...more

Holland & Knight LLP

10 Key Intellectual Property Issues for M&A Deals

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Intellectual property (IP) issues are increasingly important factors in merger and acquisition (M&A) transactions. Of the various industry sector transactions included in recent American Bar Association (ABA) Business Law...more

Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP

Doing Business in Canada

This Guide provides non-Canadians with an introduction to the laws and regulations that affect the conduct of business in Canada and, in particular, in the province of Ontario. In some cases, this Guide also identifies issues...more

Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP

Intent to Lose? Be Wary of Pitfalls Involving Intent-to-Use Trademark Applications.

Merger and Acquisitions often involve the acquisition and/or assignment of trademarks. Companies acquiring trademarks must beware of potential problems lurking with intent-to-use (ITU) trademark applications (or applications...more

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