The biggest threat to your intellectual property portfolio is no longer just external; it’s internal governance and the unmanaged use of AI. Q4 Legal provides focused IP guidance and builds the internal programs necessary to protect your most vital assets. We help clients establish scalable governance, protection, and compliance frameworks, including:

• AI Risk Mitigation: Developing Acceptable Use Policies and monitoring protocols (like those used for co-pilot tools) so your engineers and employees can leverage AI for productivity without compromising IP.

• Trade Secret Program: Setting up the essential internal mechanisms (policies, data handling, segmentation) to defend confidential information, such as formulas, proprietary code, and business strategy.

• Invention Capture & Patent Strategy: Designing streamlined processes to identify, document, and secure innovations—ensuring valuable ideas don’t slip through the cracks and that filings align with both business priorities and long-term IP strategy.

Our goal is to provide practical, business-centric legal solutions that fuel your growth and protect your interests, minimizing legal complexities and maximizing efficiency.