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Joseph B. - Intellectual Property Lawyer in Missouri
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July 28, 2023

Joseph B.

Solo Practitioner
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Lebanon, IN
3 Yrs Experience
Licensed in MO IN
Mitchell Hamline School of Law

I am an attorney licensed in Indiana. I currently work primarily on civil litigation, landlord/tenant matters, and adoption cases. I have over 10 years of labor relations experience, including negotiations, labor contract enforcement, and arbitration experience. I also work with several non-profit groups representing LGBTQ+ groups and indigent clients in housing matters.

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Alan B. - Intellectual Property Lawyer in Missouri
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November 25, 2023

Alan B.

Attorney
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Tulsa, OK
12 Yrs Experience
Licensed in MO AR, MS, OK
University of Tulsa College of Law

At Barker Law, we provide clients with superior service in trust, probate, and estate matters and litigation, contract drafting and review, outside general counsel services, negotiation, commercial litigation, and regulatory navigation. We confidently handle transactional and regulatory matters for businesses and individuals. As our feedback shows, we excel at meeting and exceeding our clients needs.

Daniel D. - Intellectual Property Lawyer in Missouri
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September 2, 2024
Michael S. - Intellectual Property Lawyer in Missouri
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July 26, 2023

Michael S.

Attorney
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Kansas City Metro Area
4 Yrs Experience
Licensed in MO KS
University of Kansas

Born and raised in St. Louis, MO. Bachelors Degree from the University of Iowa. Masters Degree from the University of Melbourne. J.D. from the University of Kansas. Licensed to practice law in Missouri and Kansas. Tennessee currently pending.

Andre T. - Intellectual Property Lawyer in Missouri
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September 6, 2023
Jonathan F. - Intellectual Property Lawyer in Missouri
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January 28, 2024

Jonathan F.

Senior counsel
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St. Louis, Missouri and The Villages, Florida
34 Yrs Experience
Licensed in MO
Saint Louis University School of Law

Trial and transactional attorney with over 30 years experience with complex business transactions and disputes.

Alyssa C. - Intellectual Property Lawyer in Missouri
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November 13, 2024

Alyssa C.

Attorney
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Chicago, IL
11 Yrs Experience
Licensed in MO IL
George Mason University School of Law

Illinois-licensed attorney with 9 years of experience in public interest work utilizing advanced skills in contract & project management, compliance, investigation, risk management, & training. Proven record developing and managing partnerships to deliver exceptional results in government agencies, non-profits, law firms, and broad community networks leading to multi-million dollar recoveries, risk management, and execution of large-scale program initiatives. Skills include: 1. Project & Contract Management: 9 years in project & contract management tracking project and contract goals, stages, budgets, and deliverables to lead and support program and department initiatives. 2. Compliance, Investigation, & Risk Management: 9 years in law, policy, & programs conducting investigation, research, writing, analysis, and education in administrative agency and court matters relating to: compliance, financial regulation, contracts, employment, workforce development, healthcare, retirement assets, mental health, disability, taxes, immigration, civil rights, grants, benefits, social services, & criminal defense. 3. Training/Teaching: 4 years training co-workers & community partners; 3 years teaching in U.S. & Ecuador (7 total). 4. Technology: Microsoft Office (including Excel), Contract Express, DocuSign, SharePoint, Westlaw, Lexis Nexis, Concordance, GoldFynch, Clio, Smokeball, Qualtrics, Google Forms, Slack, Zoom, Teams, Webex, & Adobe. 5. Spanish: Advanced Spanish skills from 1 year of teaching, studying, & travel in Ecuador, Peru, & Mexico.

Christopher R. - Intellectual Property Lawyer in Missouri
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March 9, 2025

Christopher R.

Owner-Manager
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Urbandale, Iowa
33 Yrs Experience
Licensed in MO IA, IL
Saint Louis University

Over the course of the past 30 years, in both General Counsel roles (3 times) and in private practice, I have built a successful national real estate transaction, construction, and environmental law practice

Brandon S. - Intellectual Property Lawyer in Missouri
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April 4, 2025

Brandon S.

Attorney
Free Consultation
Missouri, North Caroline, Washington DC
6 Yrs Experience
Licensed in MO DC, NC
Washington University School of Law

I am a litigation expert of five years with tax experience, strict product liability, sexual abuse, personal injury, motor vehicle accidents, and black mold.

Alexander C. - Intellectual Property Lawyer in Missouri
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August 23, 2025

Alexander C.

CEO
Free Consultation
Tampa, Florida
6 Yrs Experience
Licensed in MO MD, OR, SD, UT
The George Washington University Law School

I am a solo practitioner that runs my own legal practice. I am currently licensed in 16 states and I'm working to expand that reach.

Andrea C. - Intellectual Property Lawyer in Missouri
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August 28, 2026

Andrea C.

Attorney
Free Consultation
Saint Louis
28 Yrs Experience
Licensed in MO DC, NY
Washington University in St. Louis

I'm a corporate attorney with nearly two decades of transactional experience, focused on high-volume, time-sensitive contract review and negotiation. Through my firm, Cunning Law, LLC, I review and negotiate confidentiality, standstill, and non-circumvent agreements and non-reliance letters for private equity, venture capital, real estate, and asset-management clients as part of the Ontra legal network.

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Intellectual Property Legal Questions and Answers

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DMCA Policy

Florida

Asked on Aug 8, 2025

Can I be held liable for DMCA violations if I unknowingly host copyrighted material on my website?

As a website owner, I recently received a DMCA takedown notice claiming that I am hosting copyrighted material without permission. However, I was unaware that the material was copyrighted and it was uploaded by a user. I promptly removed the content upon receiving the notice, but I'm concerned about potential legal consequences. Can I be held liable for DMCA violations if I unknowingly host copyrighted material on my website?

Amy B.

Answered Sep 9, 2025

Since the user uploaded copyrighted material to your website without your knowledge, generally you will not be automatically liable under the DMCA “safe harbor” provision. As you have already removed the content, make sure that your site has a published DMCA policy and that you have registered your designated agent with the U.S. Copyright Office. Generally, if you have everything in place, most of these matters are resolved without ongoing liability. Feel free to reach out if you need guidance on setting up a policy and agent registration.

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Work For Hire Agreement

Texas

Asked on May 20, 2025

Can an employer claim ownership of intellectual property created by an employee under a Work For Hire Agreement?

I recently started a new job where I am expected to create original content as part of my role. I was asked to sign a Work For Hire Agreement that states any intellectual property I create during my employment will be owned by the company. However, I have concerns about this arrangement as I have invested significant time and resources into developing my creative skills and worry that my work may be undervalued or exploited without proper compensation or recognition. I would like to understand if the employer can legitimately claim ownership of my intellectual property under the Work For Hire Agreement, and if there are any steps I can take to protect my rights while still meeting my employment obligations.

Sara S.

Answered Jun 24, 2025

Hi, Yes, intellectual property created by you as an employee, within the scope of your employment, under a work-for-hire agreement, probably belongs to your employer. To learn more about your rights under the agreement and any exceptions, you should consult with a qualified attorney.

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Trademark Cease And Desist

California

Asked on Nov 3, 2024

Can I ignore a cease and desist letter for trademark infringement if I believe my use of the mark is fair use?

I recently received a cease and desist letter from a company claiming that my use of their trademark in my blog posts constitutes trademark infringement. However, I am using the mark in a descriptive manner to criticize and comment on their products, which I believe falls under fair use. I am unsure of how to proceed and whether I can ignore the cease and desist letter without facing legal consequences.

Dolan W.

Answered Dec 3, 2024

Hello! Thank you for posting this question. In your case, the other party may claim that you are infringing on their trademark, but proving it is a different case. The Lanham Act provides for a cause of action for infringement of both registered and unregistered trademarks. (15 USC Section 1114(1)(a); 15 USC Section 1125(a)(1)A).)  The 9th Circuit Court of Appeals has laid out some elements to help determine whether it creates an infringement lawsuit. 1. The complaining party has to prove they have a valid, protectable trademark and that they own that trademark; 2. The complaining party must prove that a mark is similar, and it was used without the consent of the moving party in a manner that is likely to cause confusion among ordinary consumers as to the source, sponsorship, affiliation, or approval of the goods.  The likelihood of confusion can occur at the time of the sale, when there is initial interest by a consumer, or even after the sale, if the confusion causes a consumer to no longer buy a service or product connected to the mark. The court considers things like the strength of the original mark, whether you are using it for some fair use purpose, the similarity, the proximity of the products and marketing channels, whether there’s actual confusion, the defendant’s intent, the quality of respective products, and the sophistication of the customers. (Polaroid Corp. v. Polard Elecs. Corp. 287, F.2d. 492, 495 (2d Cir. 1961.) So what this means is that it'd have to be litigated, but you can argue you are not trying to sell products or services using their mark, but rather you are using it for some other purpose, such as to educate people about their business practices. Best of luck!

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Intellectual Property Rights Transfer Agreement

Ohio

Asked on Aug 22, 2024

Can I transfer the intellectual property rights of a product I developed to another person?

I recently developed a new product and have obtained intellectual property rights for it. However, due to personal circumstances, I am considering transferring these rights to another person. I want to know if it is legally possible to transfer the intellectual property rights of my product to someone else and what the process and implications of such a transfer would be.

Melissa G.

Answered Sep 10, 2024

A person that owns the intellectual property rights in a product (i.e., the IP owner) can transfer all rights of ownership to another party. You would need to enter into an Intellectual Property Transfer/Assignment Agreement. This agreement would transfer the intellectual property ownership of the product from you to the other party. This is a permanent transfer and you would not have any further rights to the intellectual property in the product once the agreement was signed.

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Joint Agreement

California

Asked on Mar 21, 2023

Can a JV hold patents?

I am currently exploring the possibility of forming a joint venture (JV) with another company in my industry. As part of our business plan, we are considering the development of new products and technologies that may be patentable. However, I am unsure if a JV has the legal capacity to hold patents and protect our intellectual property rights. Therefore, I would like to seek advice from a lawyer on this matter.

Jane D.

Answered Apr 14, 2023

As a legal entity, a joint venture (JV) can own a patent. Given the temporary nature of JVs and the fact that there will be multiple owners of any patents, there is a complex mix of intellectual property (IP) ownership rights, dispute resolution, and enforcement issues that need to be agreed upon in order to properly protect everyone's intellectual property rights. Consideration will need to be given to what IP ownership and rights will look like during and after the JV and it may be easier to have both companies listed as the patent authors for inventions from the outset (versus naming the JV as the author). A joint IP agreement is the best solution to outline the rights of each party, the process for developing patentable technologies sufficient to be a patent author, filing and prosecuting patents, and future licensing and exploitation of the patent.

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