What we Do
Brand Development & Strategy
As you begin creating names and/or crafting logos, we can aid in the development process by providing guidance from a brand protection vantage point to also avoid pitfalls later.
i) Developing an enforcement strategy
ii) International Strategy: Determining which international markets require IP protection
iii) Domain Name Protection: Protecting the brand’s online presence.
iv) Anti-Counterfeiting: Working with customs offices to enforce restrictions on the importation or exportation of infringing products
v) Education and Training: Preparing and/or Conducting IP training for individuals and teams
Trademarks
We partner with individuals and companies of all sizes to assist with cost-effective trademark strategies and brand consulting related services. We also perform more comprehensive searches prior to filing trademark applications.
Services Include:
Trademark Portfolio Audits
Trademark Clearance Searches, Screenings and Opinions
Preparing Trademark Applications and Office Action Responses
IP Assignments, Recordations, Statements of Use, and Watch Services
Trademark Investigations Related to Third Party Use
Trademark Licensing Agreements
Trademark Analysis and Due Diligence
Copyrights
Copyrights are valuable assets across industries. Clients include artists, musicians, authors, software developers, producers, and more. Our services are designed to protect copyright rights of companies and individuals through a wide array of services.
Services Include:
Counseling Clients and Identifying Potential Issues Pre-Litigation
Developing Strategies to Protect and Monetize Your Copyright Portfolio
Performing Copyright Clearance Searches and Ownership Searches
Preparing and Prosecuting Copyright Applications before the U.S. Copyright Office, including works requiring special handling due to their confidential nature
Drafting and Reviewing Work Made for Hire Agreements, Assignment Agreements, Licensing Agreements, and various other agreements
Content clearance for entertainment, media, and other online use
Fair use analysis and opinions
Copyright Enforcement – Including Drafting Cease and Desist Letters and Negotiating with Third Parties
All About Contracts
Whether you’re an artist, author, or other creative, we handle essential agreements like publishing, performance, and endorsement deals, tailored to your specific needs. Additionally, we support clients with any business-related agreements, offering personalized legal solutions to keep your projects and ventures protected and moving forward.
Zyplear Strategies provides support for a wide range of agreements, including the following:
NDAs
MNDAs
Confidentiality Agreements
Work Made for Hire Agreements
Assignment Agreements
Sponsorship Agreements
Entertainment Agreements such as talent agreements, producer agreements, publishing agreements, endorsement agreements, influencer agreements etc.
Commercial Contracts
Brand Enforcement
You have already invested into creating a brand that consumers recognize and trust; now, protect it.
You have already heavily invested into your business and creating your brand. At Zyplear Strategies, we stand with you to protect third parties from infringing on your rights through common filings and tackling less common enforcement issues.
Our Services Include:
Recordation with Customs and Border Protection
Office Action Responses
Trademark Portfolio Management
Trademark Renewal Filings
Trademark Enforcement
Counterfeit Enforcement and Online Infringement