Intellectual property law

Because of the need for technical knowledge, many patent lawyers have a background in technology or science. Individuals in this field often consult with clients who believe someone used their intellectual property without obtaining proper copyrights. A client might also hire an intellectual property lawyer before using another company's work to ensure their legal compliance.

Intellectual  property law

Intellectual law protects an individual, group of people or company's legal rights regarding their creative works. Subcategories within this legal area include: i. Patent law: This area of law governs discoveries and inventions. ii. Trademark law: Trademark law relates to logos and brand names. iii. Copyright law: This area governs artistic works, such as movies, music and books.

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