“Building a Strong IP Foundation for Your Startup: Why Early IP Consultation Matters” by Dave Roccio

Article by David M. Roccio published in Startup Nation.

As an intellectual property attorney, I engage with startups in a variety of ways. Regardless of size and stage of development, I help clients identify and protect their IP; build and manage a robust IP portfolio; and leverage their IP assets for fundraising and business growth.

Often, startups reach out to me early in their development when they have a general idea that they “need to protect their intellectual property.” However, they often don’t know exactly what that means or what the process entails.

Any startup that is innovating or involved in R&D should seek legal advice from IP counsel early and often to avoid issues that can come back and hurt their company down the road. One common mistake for those who don’t engage with IP counsel, for example, is the risk of accidental disclosure of a company’s innovations to people outside the company prior to having IP protection. This misstep could undermine a company’s ability to obtain patent protection for their innovations in the future.

Early legal consultation matters in building a strong IP foundation and can mean the difference between a fledgling idea and a thriving company. This Q&A will answer some of the more common questions I receive and will help startups navigate the complex IP landscape and cultivate a competitive advantage…

Read the full article on startupnation.com.