Intellectual property consists of far more than just patents. In our knowledge-based economy, and especially in technology-driven sectors, a firm's IP encompasses all of its products, technologies, applications, industrial designs, collateral, marketing and sales details, plus other items unique to each business.

With more than three decades of IP expertise, an HEI IP review extends beyond just the technologies and products, and includes the fundamental concepts and trade secrets that result in a product's superior performance, its diverse applications and customer base.

Our consultants have assisted clients like BTG (UK), Polycom, VTEL and the Government of Quebec (Canada) assess, protect and enforce technology-based intellectual property.

An organization's prior art is frequently overlooked as requiring IP protection and enforcement, on the assumption that a patent alone is sufficient. In our experience however, many such patents cover fundamental technology that is so useful that others may be using it without paying a royalty or other considerations. By helping to identify such IP as part of due diligence, HEI can significantly increase an organization's revenues.

If your company is considering the acquisition of new technology, if you have concerns that others may have misappropriated your technology, trade secrets, patents or other IP, or if there might be a few golden eggs in the IP acquired with your firm's last merger, HEI is well positioned to help. We will be pleased to discuss your needs in complete confidence with you or your attorneys.

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