Freedom to Operate (FTO) Opinions

Freedom to Operate (FTO) Opinions: Assessing whether a product or process can be commercially used, made, or sold without infringing existing patents.

It involves a detailed analysis of active third-party patents to identify potential legal risks and inform business decisions.

Trademark Clearance Studies: Evaluating whether a proposed trademark is legally available for use and registration. This includes searching federal, state, and common law databases to identify conflicting marks that may pose infringement or opposition risks.

Patent Opinions: Providing legal analysis on issues such as patent validity, infringement, or enforceability. These opinions are often used in strategic planning, licensing, litigation risk assessment, or as a defense against allegations or willful infringement.