Intellectual Property

Falcon Rappaport & Berkman (FRB) has extensive experience protecting and enforcing the intellectual property (IP) rights of its clients.

FRB’s attorneys have prosecuted hundreds of trademark applications, maintaining and managing the portfolios of businesses operating on an international scale. Through FRB’s network of foreign trademark specialists, FRB has the resources to secure and monitor trademark rights around the world. FRB prepares responses to USPTO Office Actions and TTAB litigation (including oppositions, cancellations, and concurrent use proceedings). FRB also secures copyright registrations for copyright holders and prepares related licenses for their use to third parties.

The attorneys at FRB have significant experience litigating “bet-the-business” intellectual property matters before trial and appellate courts. FRB handles litigation matters including: trademark, trade dress, copyright, patent, breaches of license agreements, false advertising and unfair competition, misappropriation of trade secrets, and breaches of non-disclosure and non-circumvention agreements.

FRB has successfully enforced the rights of intellectual property holders both with and without resorting to litigation, including drafting and responding to cease and desist letters, and orchestrating mediated solutions.

Protecting Your Intellectual Property

FRB attorneys can assist you with the drafting of the following documents related to intellectual property:

• Intellectual Property Licenses
• Intellectual Property Assignments
• Operating Agreements for Intellectual Property Holding Companies
• Software and SaaS License Agreements
• Distribution Agreements
• Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs)
• Non-Compete Agreements
• Non-Solicitation Agreements
• Coexistence Agreements
• Website and Mobile Terms of Use

FRB also assists clients with the purchase, sale, and brokerage of domain names as well as resolving domain name disputes and UDRP actions. Our intellectual property team collaborates with FRB’s other practice areas and has been ahead of the curve on Digital Assets matters.

Patent Law 

FRB offers comprehensive patent law services as part of its intellectual property practice. Our team provides expert guidance in patent prosecution, including the drafting and filing of provisional, design, and utility patent applications with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). We also manage global patent portfolios, helping clients secure and protect their innovations in markets around the world. 

In addition to prosecution, FRB assists clients with patent-related transactions, including licensing agreements and strategic portfolio management. Our attorneys also are well-versed in handling patent disputes and litigation. Whether seeking to protect groundbreaking technologies, secure patent rights internationally, or navigate complex patent-related challenges, FRB is committed to providing effective and tailored solutions for clients across various industries.  

Conclusion

At Falcon Rappaport & Berkman, we understand that intellectual property is among the most valuable assets a business can hold. Our team is committed to delivering strategic, results-driven counsel that protects and enhances those assets at every stage—whether through registration, licensing, litigation, or dispute resolution. With deep experience across industries and a global reach supported by a network of trusted partners, FRB is uniquely positioned to provide comprehensive IP solutions tailored to each client’s goals. From safeguarding emerging innovations to resolving complex international disputes, FRB is your dedicated partner in securing and enforcing your intellectual property rights.

FRB is a member of the International Trademark Association (INTA).

Click here to access FRB’s Trademark Application Intake Form.