Westman, Champlin & Koehler – Expanding Your Intellectual Property Rights. Worldwide.

Expanding Your Intellectual Property Rights. Worldwide.

WESTMAN, CHAMPLIN & KOEHLER is an intellectual property law firm founded more than 30 years ago by experienced attorneys dedicated to providing top quality service to clients for reasonable fees.

We concentrate on patent, trademark and copyright law, licensing and related matters. Our lawyers have substantial experience in foreign patent and trademark practice.

Intellectual Property Law Services

Patents

Patents protect your company’s investments in research and development. Through patent rights, a company may license others or exclude others from using a patented product. Patent rights can be secured all over the world. Developing a patent strategy and a well-balanced patent portfolio are essential in today’s economic environment.

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To achieve the broadest protection for your patents, our professionals possess diversified backgrounds in science and engineering. Representative technologies of our clients include medical imaging and surgical devices, computer hardware and software, security circuitry, automobile test equipment, and food processing.
In addition, Westman, Champlin & Koehler is well equipped to prosecute patents in the United States and in foreign countries. We regularly file patent applications in Canada, China, Japan, Germany, Singapore and the European Union.

Trademarks and Service Marks

Trademarks and Service Marks are an essential element in protecting your company’s reputation and brand names. These rights help to establish corporate identity and enhance the value of your products.

Copyrights

Copyrights protect your creative works, such as literature, computer programs, and integrated circuit mask works. Protecting your expressions can be essential to establishing and maintaining a competitive edge.

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Patent Prosecution

Navigating the complexities of patent prosecution is crucial for protecting your innovations. Our experienced team of patent attorneys specializes in preparing, filing, and prosecuting patent applications both domestically and internationally. We provide strategic advice on patentability, validity, and infringement, ensuring your intellectual property is robust and enforceable. From initial application to final grant, we are committed to securing and defending your patent rights, helping you maintain a competitive edge in the marketplace.

Searching Services

Our comprehensive patent searching services are designed to provide you with critical insights into the patent landscape. Whether you need prior art searches, freedom-to-operate analyses, or patentability assessments, our team of skilled patent attorneys and search professionals utilize advanced tools and methodologies to deliver accurate and thorough results. We help you make informed decisions by identifying potential risks and opportunities, ensuring your innovations are well-protected and strategically positioned in the market.

Patentability and Infringement Opinions

Our expert patent attorneys provide thorough patentability and infringement opinions to help you navigate the complexities of intellectual property law. We conduct detailed prior art searches and analyses to assess the likelihood of obtaining a patent for your innovation. Additionally, we evaluate potential infringement risks, offering strategic advice to safeguard your inventions and avoid costly litigation. Trust us to deliver clear, actionable insights that support your business objectives and protect your intellectual property rights.

Licensing

Maximize the value of your intellectual property with our expert licensing services. Our experienced patent attorneys assist in negotiating and drafting comprehensive licensing agreements that protect your interests and foster successful partnerships. Whether you’re a licensor or licensee, we provide strategic advice to ensure your technology, trademarks, and copyrights are effectively leveraged. Trust us to help you navigate the complexities of licensing, from initial negotiations to ongoing management, securing your competitive advantage in the marketplace.

Meet our Professionals

Our professionals have a variety of backgrounds in electrical, mechanical, biological, and chemical disciplines including medical devices, digital systems and controls, communications, software and computers.
They are members of the Minnesota Intellectual Property Law Association and federal, state, and county bar associations, as well as national professional organizations.