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ORTIZ & LOPEZ, PLLC

6605 Uptown Boulevard Northeast
Albuquerque, NM, 87110
(505) 314-1310
Intellectual property legal counsel for inventors and innovators

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ORTIZ & LOPEZ, PLLC

  • Law Firm
  • Intellectual Property
  • Who We Are
  • Patent Attorneys
  • Blog
  • Contact Us

Does Your M&A Due Diligence Cover Critical IP Issues?

March 15, 2025 Kermit Lopez

M&A Due Diligence

Conducting a thorough intellectual property audit is a fundamental step in any M&A transaction. The IP audit process helps to clarify ownership, ensure compliance, and mitigate risks that could impact the success of a deal.

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In IP Audit, Intellectual Property Law, Patent, Patents, Trademark, USPTO, Venture Capital, VC, M&A Tags Intellectual Property, Patent, Due Diligence, M&A, IP Audit, IP, Trademark, Assignment, Assignments, Trademarks, Patent Attorney, Audit

The Importance of an Intellectual Property (IP) Audit in Mergers, Acquisitions, and Venture Capital Investments

February 5, 2025 Kermit Lopez

The IP audit is an important aspect of M&A transactions

An IP audit is a systematic review of a company's intellectual property assets, including patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets. The goal is to evaluate the scope, validity, and enforceability of these assets while identifying any potential risks or gaps in protection.

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In Intellectual Property Law, IP Audit, Patents, USPTO, Patent Law Tags IP Audit, Intellectual Property, Invention, M&A, Mergers & Acqusitions, Venture Capital, VC, patent, Trademark

Design Patents: A Unique Tool for Protecting Innovation

November 10, 2024 Kermit Lopez

Design patents are an important tool for protection your IP

A design patent protects the ornamental appearance of a functional item. Unlike utility patents, which cover how an invention works or how it is used, design patents focus on how an invention looks. This includes elements like shape, pattern, surface ornamentation, and overall visual impression. For example, a design patent might cover the unique look of a smartphone case, a piece of furniture, or even a distinctive bottle shape.

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In Intellectual Property Law, Patent, Patent Law, Patents, USPTO, Design Patent Tags Patent, Patent Application, patents, Intellectual Property, Design Patent, Design, Innovation, oranmental, Patent Protection

What Makes Up a U.S. Patent Application? A Breakdown of Key Sections

October 14, 2024 Kermit Lopez

Understanding the key sections of a patent application: from the detailed specification to the claims that define your invention's scope, every part plays a critical role in securing intellectual property rights

Understanding the key sections of a patent application: from the detailed specification to the claims that define your invention's scope, every part plays a critical role in securing intellectual property rights

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In Patent Law, Intellectual Property Law, Patent, Patents, USPTO Tags Patent Application, patent, patents, Patent Attorney, Patent Attorneys, Intellectual Property, Patent Prosecution, U.S. Patent & Trademark Office