E-Commerce and Intellectual Property

E-Commerce

When it comes to e-commerce, even the simplest online commercial transaction requires a deep understanding of the credit card processor rules, compliance with state and federal regulations, nuances of technology related to e-commerce sites and shopping carts, consent approaches to terms, shipping and delivery considerations, and – most importantly to our clients – the protection of the business interests. We capably advise, draft, and manage a myriad of agreements and transactions related to e-commerce:

Credit card processor agreements
Merchant account agreements
Online sales and/or shopping cart agreements
Transportation and delivery agreements
Website terms and conditions
Privacy policies
E-commerce services agreements
Security assessments
Outsourcing agreements
Hosting services
Cloud services agreements
Business process operations
Data processing
Services agreements (e.g., call centers, etc.)

Intellectual Property

Attorneys in our group have focused on technology and intellectual property matters for years. We assist clients with any “soft IP” (i.e., trade secret, copyright, and trademark), including IP registrations, prosecutions, and maintenance. We can assist in the assessment of patent prosecution viability, but we typically refer patent prosecution cases to external patent lawyers. We also handle complex transactions associated with IP, such as licenses, assignments, and development agreements. Our goal is to ensure that clients understand the relevance of IP protections and brand development; and help to register, protect, and address in applicable contracts their IP assets. Our services include: