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Counsel Should Draft IP Agreements with Bankruptcy in Mind

Christine McCarthy and Molly Sigler outline key strategies to protect IP in times of financial distress

Christine McCarthy, Molly Sigler

Intellectual property is often a company’s most valuable asset — and one of the first at risk during restructuring. In their Bloomberg Law article, McCarthy and Sigler share practical guidance for drafting IP agreements that hold up in bankruptcy, including the importance of early portfolio audits and licensing terms that anticipate financial challenges.

They also address the treatment of IP under U.S. Bankruptcy Code, highlighting why trademarks require special attention and why counsel should prepare well in advance of any signs of distress.

Their key message: IP agreements should be structured not only for growth, but for resilience. Read the full article here

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