Opinions

Receiving a well researched opinion from counsel is crucial for a variety of business endeavors. When launching a new product or process, a company must determine if they will infringe on a competitor’s patent. In order to make that determination, patent research must take place and the product must be compared to the results of the search. Based on that analysis, determinations may be made regarding the risk associated with such activity. If a product is clear from potential infringement, we have specialized expertise in rendering clearance opinions. In situations where uncovered documents are of higher risk, more in-depth analysis may lead to a non-infringement opinion or advice on design-around options. In the event that a patent poses a substantial risk, a validity study may be conducted or licensing options explored.