Attorney Referral List

University Technology Transfer

Thelen LLP has extensive experience in university technology transfer, representing both universities and technology startup companies spun out of university research laboratories. We understand the challenges faced by the technology transfer professional, and are committed to furthering the important work of bringing technological innovations from the university laboratory to the public, through commercial licenses and formation of startup companies.

Thelen's breadth of expertise in patent prosecution, licensing, venture capital, and angel financing combine to provide universities and their spinout companies with all needed legal services. Our experience in the entire life cycle of the university spinout company enables us to provide not only top notch legal services, but also business plan counseling and an extensive network of investors and other useful contacts.

A successful transition of inventions from the laboratory bench to commercially viable products requires a confluence of vision, teamwork, financing, and much effort. We can help with all of the required steps, starting with one of the most critical ingredients of success-a strong intellectual property position. Many of our patent attorneys have advanced degrees, as well as practical work experience, in their technical fields, which cover a broad range including life sciences, computers, and electronics.

Thelen's newsletter, Tech Transfer Update, informs university technology transfer professionals of current legal developments of interest to them, including the increasingly frequent involvement of universities in litigation pertaining to patents and the commercialization process. Some of our attorneys have made technology transfer a principal focus of their practice, and are members of the Association of University Technology Managers. We understand the differences between academic and commercial environments, and can guide the academic entrepreneur through unfamiliar territory.

To learn more about Thelen's University Technology Transfer practice, please contact the following:

Stephen P. Rothman
Los Angeles
Tel: 213.576.8061
srothman@thelen.com