Embryonic phase in which the idea is developed, the market is analyzed, the team is formed, an initial market validation is performed, and technological opportunities are assessed.

State-of-the-art analysis

Verification of existing technologies to understand novelty and originality.

Patentability and protectability assessment

Analysis of the protection potential of the idea/business model with appropriate IP tools.

Initial IP strategic consulting

Definition of an initial IP strategy aligned with business model, innovation, budget, and objectives.

Formal foundation of the company and definition of the rules between shareholders and rights over assets.

Transfer and assignment of IP rights

Drafting of formal deeds to transfer rights over patents, software, trademarks, etc., from founders or third parties to the company.

Drafting of IP clauses in shareholders’ agreements and articles of association

Inclusion of provisions on ownership, management, development, and future exit of IP assets within the corporate framework.

Initial due diligence on intangible assets

Verification of ownership and the effective existence of intangible assets, useful for establishing the startup on solid ground.

Fundraising for development (seed or subsequent rounds).

Protection of IP assets

Filing of patent applications, registrations of trademarks, designs, and software. Identification and proper management of company KHW.

IP contracting with developers, designers, freelancers

Agreements to ensure ownership of assets created within the scope of external collaborations.

The startup is incorporated, a first functional version of the product or service is developed to be tested on the market. Feedback and initial external funds are collected.

IP Audit in support of the pitch: IP strategy

Concise analysis to present the IP strategy, the status, and the value of IP assets during investment rounds.

Preliminary economic valuation of IP assets

Value estimation for negotiations and capital increases.

Drafting of IP clauses in investment agreements

Protection of control over IP assets and definition of future rights on new developments.

The startup scales: it expands into new markets or sectors, grows rapidly, and secures advanced funding rounds.

IP internationalization strategy

Extension of protection in key markets.

IP surveillance and defense

Monitoring to detect and respond to copying or infringement attempts.

IP portfolio optimization

Strategic portfolio evaluation: selective renewals, divestments, concentration.

Licensing and co-development agreements

Agreements to monetize technology with industrial or commercial partners.

IP due diligence for M&A or IPO

Comprehensive verification to ensure documentary solidity and ownership, useful for extraordinary transactions.

Advanced economic valuations (royalty rate, licensing)

Analysis to define the economic conditions for licensing, assignment, or sale of IP assets.

IP audit on external partners

Contractual checks to ensure compliance with agreements by licensees or co-developers.

Founders or investors exit the capital through M&A, IPO, or sale of the company.

Final due diligence and IP clean-up

Verification and documentary remediation of IP assets prior to the transaction.

Portfolio rationalization and optimization

Preparation of assets for sale: abandonments, consolidations, reorganizations.

Support in IP negotiation during the exit transaction

Legal and strategic assistance to enhance intangible assets as part of the deal.