At Law Done Right® – Schreiber | Knockaert, PLLC, we understand how much your ideas, inventions, and creative work mean to you. Intellectual property disputes often threaten what you’ve worked hard to build. Joe Schreiber and Erik Knockaert personally handle each case with strategic precision. We don’t pass your matter to junior staff; we work directly with you to develop efficient, creative strategies that defend your innovations.
What is Intellectual Property?
Intellectual property (IP) refers to creations of the mind, such as inventions, trademarks, trade secrets, designs, and creative works, that have commercial value and deserve legal protection. In business disputes, IP often becomes the most valuable (and most vulnerable) asset. At Law Done Right®, we help you protect and enforce those rights through litigation, arbitration, or negotiation. Whether it involves stolen trade secrets, misuse of confidential information, or breach of licensing agreements, we focus on securing your ownership and preserving the competitive edge you’ve built through innovation.
Common Reasons for Intellectual Property Disputes:
- Misappropriation or theft of trade secrets by former employees or competitors
- Breach of confidentiality or nondisclosure agreements
- Unauthorized use of trademarks, logos, or branding materials
- Patent infringement or disputes over ownership of an invention
- Copying or reproduction of copyrighted materials such as software, art, or written works
- Breach of licensing or technology-sharing agreements
- Partnership breakups involving disputes over who owns jointly developed intellectual property
- Misuse of proprietary business processes or confidential client data
Our Approach to Intellectual Property Disputes
We Understand Your Creation and Its Value
Before any legal move, we take the time to understand what you’ve built and why it matters. Whether your intellectual property involves technology, trade secrets, creative work, or even a business process, we study how it drives your success. Joe and Erik personally analyze the underlying innovation, identify vulnerabilities, and define what’s truly at stake.
We Develop a Targeted, Efficient Strategy
We don’t believe in bloated, time-intensive litigation. Once we understand your IP’s scope and your opponent’s position, we create a focused plan to protect your rights and resolve the dispute efficiently. Whether through a temporary injunction, a quiet settlement, or full-scale litigation, we pursue the route that delivers maximum impact without wasting your time or resources.
We Fight Strategically Against Larger Opponents
Many IP disputes pit smaller innovators against large corporations. That’s where we excel. We’ve gone toe-to-toe with global companies, major manufacturers, and international entities, and we’re not intimidated. We turn size into an advantage by forcing large opponents to engage on our terms, using creative tactics, precise legal arguments, and disciplined execution.
We Keep You Informed and in Control
Intellectual property disputes can be complex and emotional, especially when your ideas or brand identity are at risk. We believe in clear communication. You’ll work directly with Joe and Erik, not paralegals or associates, and you’ll always know where your case stands. Together, we’ll protect your intellectual property and preserve the future of what you’ve created.
Intellectual Property FAQs
What if Someone Stole My Idea but Didn’t Copy It Exactly?
In many cases, IP theft doesn’t involve an exact replica: it’s about misappropriating the underlying concept or confidential process. If someone gained access to your trade secrets, violated a nondisclosure agreement, or used inside information to compete with you, you may still have strong legal recourse. We investigate what happened, identify where confidentiality was breached, and take swift action to stop ongoing misuse.
Can I Take Action if a Former Partner or Employee Uses My Business IP?
Yes. Disputes over intellectual property often arise when partnerships dissolve or key employees leave. We’ve handled numerous cases involving former partners or insiders attempting to claim ownership of shared ideas, client lists, or technology. Joe and Erik work closely with you to trace the development history, contracts, and communications that establish ownership, and we use that evidence to assert your rights.
Do I Have to Register My IP Before Taking Legal Action?
Not always. While registering a trademark or patent strengthens your position, trade secrets and confidential information are protected even without registration. If someone wrongfully uses or discloses that information, we can act quickly through restraining orders, injunctions, or negotiation to prevent further damage.
Go Call Joe or Erik
If someone’s using your ideas, name, or technology without permission, it’s time to call Joe Schreiber or Erik Knockaert at Law Done Right®. We’ve handled complex business litigation, from intellectual property and trade secret disputes to partnership and contract cases, and we do it without an army of staff running up your bill. You’ll work directly with us, every step of the way, to protect what you’ve built. Contact us today for a confidential consultation about your intellectual property dispute.
