Intellectual Property

The Internet has changed the rules and today, all businesses today have a stake in the use of their trademarks and the trademarks of others.  What used to be a remote concern for most small businesses is now an important consideration for business of all sizes. From single owner/employee firms to businesses with hundreds of employees, the Law Offices of Eric D. Morton can help business owners register trademarks, protect important intellectual property assets and ensure that their business practices do not encroach on the trademarks of competitors or business partners.

The single most important assets of many businesses are the intangible things like goodwill that have grown over time and the intellectual property (IP) assets where businesses invest so many resources yet often do little to protect.  While business owners will always remember to lock the doors, they often leave their IP vulnerable.

Mr. Morton helps his clients protect their intellectual property at every step of the way:

• Select and register trademarks (at the state and Federal level) and license trademarks.
• Protect trade secrets and copyrights through registrations, contracts, non-disclosure agreements, and other means.
• Create and maintain intellectual property portfolios.  
• Educate business owners about their rights and about effective techniques to protect intellectual property.
• Advising on Internet Marketing law

By protecting its intellectual property, businesses also maintain and enhance the goodwill they enjoy with their customers, vendors, and other business partners.

 Business Law

The Law Offices of Eric D. Morton has organized hundreds of business entities, including corporations, partnerships, limited partnerships, limited liability partnerships and limited liability companies.  Mr. Morton has guided those clients to choose and organize the right entity for their businesses.

Mr. Morton also assists clients with a range of business transactions, including the sale and purchase of businesses, negotiation of leases, and drafting commercial contracts.  He has litigated hundreds of disputes and lawsuits, including dozens of trials and arbitrations.  Mr. Morton uses that experience to identify potential problems areas for his clients so they can avoid trouble and stay out of court.