Practicing at the intersections of business, IP and innovation, our technology and data attorneys offer clients a rare combination of subject matter depth, practical know-how and transaction expertise. We work closely with founders, developers, investors and C-suite business leaders in sectors including healthcare, life sciences, energy, agriculture, advertising and media, and IT. As a result, we have a broad experience—and a deep understanding—of:
Technology Development and Licensing
We understand the technology industry. We serve as lead counsel for the launch of new technology products and services, and we frequently represent buyers of complex technology and data products and services. We draft and negotiate software and website development, SaaS, cloud computing, hosting, app development, data sharing and related agreements. We have in-house experience at corporations supporting the IT and IP licensing procurement functions.
IP Commercialization and Monetization
We assist clients with commercialization of sophisticated and complex intellectual property rights that may be protected as patents, copyrights or trade secrets. We support innovators and investors as they research, conduct trials, develop, license and distribute proprietary products and services. We assist in negotiation and documentation of partnering arrangements with universities, distributors, resellers, licensees and licensors, and other strategic partners. We also know monetization and commercialization market trends and contracting best practices to maximize value and minimize hassles. We routinely conduct IP, IT and data privacy diligence in all kinds of corporate transactions. Where technology or IP is a major driver in transaction value, we play a key role in negotiating and documenting M&A and investment transactions.
Privacy of Consumer Data and Personal Information
We partner with clients to anticipate and address business issues arising from the ever-changing local, national and international legal and regulatory landscape relating to privacy of personal data. Our services include development of compliance programs, training, audits, assessments and incident responses, as well as privacy diligence arising in M&A activity.
Cybersecurity Compliance Program and Incident Response Management
We assist clients with cybersecurity compliance programs, including contractual risk allocation and vendor risk assessments, training, table top exercises, and help with rapid analysis of potential obligations in multi-state cybersecurity incidents.
Data as an Asset Including Data Ownership, AI and Machine Learning
Data as an asset requires an understanding of IP, contract, privacy laws and the nuances of business practices across industries. Our cross functional team helps clients maximize the value of data as an asset and to navigate the acquisition, use and commercialization of complex data assets, including AI, machine learning and IoT data.
Our experience, creativity and can-do perspective drives our collaboration with clients. We identify, evaluate, commercialize and protect technology and data to deliver insight and guidance regarding related risks and responsibilities.