Intellectual Property Law Resources
Posted in / Intellectual Property / - on April 3, 2017
As technology expands and access to the world around us becomes easier, the importance of intellectual property law in today’s age cannot be overstated. Whether you are a business owner, inventor, or even a webmaster, intellectual property rights have permeated almost every level of our society. Moreover, as the global economy shifts towards more intellectual property intensive industries, protecting your property and knowing your rights as they pertain to ideas and innovation have become a key component of prosperity. That’s why we have collected a list of intellectual property related resources, organizations, and research articles to give you a head start on your specific intellectual property needs. If you are thinking of registering new property or are considering litigation to protect property you already own, start with these resources or reach out to our team to discuss the specifics of your claim.
Government Resources
United States Patent and Trademark Office
- Annual Reports
- Trademark Basics
- Trademark Search
- Patent Basics
- Patent Search
- Patent Term Calculator
- Patent and Trademark Resource Centers by State
United States Copyright Office
U.S. Food & Drug Administration
Research/Articles
WHOIS Search – Use this tool to look up a domain and find the registered owner
Google Patent Search – Search over seven million U.S. patents or run an advanced search
HG.org | Intellectual Property Law Articles – A number of useful articles on topics ranging from patent trolls to tips on disclosing an idea for an invention
Duke University School of Law Research Guide – Research guide and general resources relating to intellectual property law topics
Organizations
American Bar Association | Intellectual Property
World Intellectual Property Organization
Intellectual Property Owners Association
American Intellectual Property Law Association
International Trademark Association
