Trademarks, Acquisitions

Intellectual Property Due Diligence Considerations

Venable LLP on 8/14/2024

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

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?

Proskauer Rose LLP on 12/8/2023

"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

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

Foley & Lardner LLP on 11/7/2023

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

The Pitch - August 2023

Arnall Golden Gregory LLP on 9/6/2023

The Pitch newsletter is a monthly update of legal issues and news affecting or related to the music, film and television, fine arts, media, professional athletics, eSports, and gaming industries. The Pitch features a diverse...more

The Importance of Due Diligence in M&A Transactions

Foley & Lardner LLP on 8/30/2023

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

5 Key Takeaways - IP Considerations in M&A Transactions

Kilpatrick on 2/17/2023

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

Trademarks in M&A Due Diligence

Erise IP on 5/18/2022

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

Sports & Entertainment Spotlight: Speedo Drops Russian Olympian Swimmer Evgeny Rylov's Sponsorship for Supporting Vladimir Putin,...

Foster Garvey PC on 3/25/2022

Welcome back to the "Sports & Entertainment Spotlight." We’re just one week into March Madness, and already my predictions from last week are coming to fruition (if only I had the same luck picking winners of the games...more

The Laws of Fashion: What's Trending in 2022

Foley & Lardner LLP on 3/23/2022

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

MarkIt to Market® - December 2021

Sterne, Kessler, Goldstein & Fox P.L.L.C. on 12/23/2021

The December 2021 issue of Sterne Kessler's MarkIt to Market® newsletter discusses new enforcement tools courtesy of the Trademark Modernization Act; Pfizer's acquisition of Arena Pharmaceuticals; the latest developments in...more

3D Printing Half-Year Report - Q2 2021

Benesch on 7/21/2021

Is 3D printing the next litigation frontier? Litigation over 3D printing will become increasingly more prevalent as the technology becomes less expensive to build due to rising demand, some lawyers say. A federal court in...more

Sports & Entertainment Spotlight: What the Supreme Court Ruling in Alston v. NCAA Means for the Future of College Sports

Foster Garvey PC on 6/24/2021

“The NCAA is not above the law.” Those seven words capped Justice Brett Kavanaugh’s searing concurring opinion issued in connection with Monday’s (June 21) unanimous (9-0) U.S. Supreme Court ruling in Alston v. National...more

Assessing Risks in a Deal, How to Partner with Your Business Team

BakerHostetler on 12/14/2020

Businesses are not stagnant, and products change both in name and content. Brands are acquired as part of an acquisition, lines are extended in licenses, product lines are extended as businesses change. How do attorneys work...more

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

Mintz - Intellectual Property Viewpoints on 4/14/2020

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

Protecting Intellectual Property - Investment Management Roundtable Discussion

Troutman Pepper on 2/25/2020

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

MarkIt to Market® - November 2019: Brand News on the Street

Sterne, Kessler, Goldstein & Fox P.L.L.C. on 12/6/2019

On November 25, Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton (LVMH), the world’s biggest luxury goods group and home to 75 high-end brands, announced that it will buy Tiffany & Co. for $16.2 billion. Tiffany, the American jeweler established...more

The Ghosts of Past Licensing Agreements Continue to Haunt Ms. Pac-Man

Dorsey & Whitney LLP on 11/6/2019

1980 was a momentous year. Not only was it the year in which the Rubik’s Cube was first released, it was also when approximately 350 million people worldwide finally learned who shot J.R. on TV’s “Dallas” (spoiler alert: it...more

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

King & Spalding on 5/9/2019

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

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