Cleantech -- Patent/Intellectual Property

Contact: Michael A. Jacobs , Michael R. Ward

Morrison & Foerster leverages its extensive experience in the biotechnology, medical technology, pharmaceutical, health care and life sciences industries to complement its expertise in Patent and Intellectual Property issues as they pertain to the Cleantech sector. The firm’s attorneys regularly assist venture capitalists and other life sciences investors perform intellectual property due diligence on investments relating to technologies that rely on or promote renewable resources and sustainable practices. In addition, Morrison & Foerster represents both start-up ventures and established companies within the Cleantech sector in the creation and protection of patent portfolios and property. The Patent and Intellectual Property Group has provided intellectual property counsel for investments in technologies including coal and biomass gasification, biofuels, transgenic crops for biofuels, pre-treatment of cellulosic feed stocks for biofuels, water purification, batteries, bioplastics, and solar energy.