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Schmeiser, Olsen & Watts is a full-service intellectual property law firm specializing in patent, trademark, and copyright law and providing industry leading counsel and assistance. Browse the links below for information on our firm, as well as faqs on patents, trademarks and copyrights.

• Schmeiser, Olsen & Watts - Intellectual Property Experts

Why Choose Our Intellectual Property Law Firm?

Experienced Patent Lawyers
* Patent Application Process - Issued Patents
* Registered Trademarks
* Copyright Litigation Cases, Domain Name, Etc.

Arizona and New York Office Locations
* Directions to Phoenix, Arizona Office
* Directions to Albany, New York Office
* Directions to Saratoga Springs, New York Office

• Intellectual Property Law Practice Areas

Technical

Biotechnology Law

Chemical and Pharmaceutical Law

Computer and Technology Law

E commerce and Internet Copyright Law

Mechanical and Technical Practice Areas

Nanotechnology Law

Legal

Patent, Trademark and Copyright Procurement

License Agreements

International Intellectual Property Rights

Copyright and Patent Litigation

Intellectual Property Consultation

• Copyright and Patent Attorney Firm Directory

Firm Partners:
* Jack P. Friedman, Ph.D.
* Arlen S. Olsen
* Albert S. Schmeiser
* Charles T. Watts

Associates, Patent Agents & Technical Specialists:
* David Allred
* Kristen Ashdown
* Melissa K. Barber
* Sean K. Enos
* Mark J. Friedman
* Jonathen M. Madsen
* Autondria S. Minor
* Khoi D. Nguyen
* Anthony M. Palagoni
* Tallie Anderson Russell
* James M. Syta

Administrators & Support Staff:
* James L. Dawson
* Kimberly A. Dwileski
* Lisa A. Molloy
* Joyce Patrick-Bai

• Intellectual Property Law Resources

Faqs on Patents
* What is a patent
* When to obtain a patent
* Ownership and sale of patent
* Patent protection in foreign countries
* Types of patents
* Patent pending
* What constitutes patent infringement?
* Remedies for patent infringement

Faqs on Copyrights
* What are copyrights?
* The owner's rights
* The copyright notice
* Registration of material
* Infringement of copyright
* Duration of copyrights

Faqs on Trademarks
* What are trademarks?
* Duration of trademarks
* What may be trademarked?
* State versus federal trademarks
* What remedies do I have if someone is using my trademark?
* How do I apply for a trademark?
* Trademark searches
* Types of marks: Trademark symbols and when to use them
* Important dates and how to ensure that your mark is kept active

Faqs on Trade Secrets
* What are trade secrets?
* How are trade secrets protected?
* Limitations to trade secret protection

Offsite Links to More Information

Additional Technical Resources - Including Nanotechnology and Biotechnology Resources

Patent Prosecution and Patent Drafting Curriculum - Albany Law School

• Intellectual Property Law Careers

How to Apply at Our Patent Law Firms

Benefits and Compensation

Available Positions

Summer Associate Program