Mediation Services

Mediation offers an efficient and cost-effective way to resolve intellectual property disputes while preserving business relationships and confidentiality. Our Mediation Services focus on facilitating negotiations between parties to reach mutually beneficial agreements in complex IP matters, including patent disputes, trademark conflicts, copyright issues, and licensing disagreements. Our skilled mediators with in depth knowledge of IP law, help clients avoid lengthy litigation, reduce costs, and achieve faster resolutions that support their business goals.

Practices

Patent disputes are common in industries that rely heavily on innovation and technical advancements. Mediation services in this area focus on facilitating a dialogue between parties to resolve issues such as:

  • Patent Infringement – When one party is accused of unauthorized use of another party’s patented invention.
  • Patent Ownership – Disputes arising from joint inventions, employee-employer relationships, or unclear contractual agreements.
  • Licensing Terms – Disagreements over licensing fees, royalty rates, or the scope of a licensing agreement.

Mediation offers a cost-effective and confidential way to resolve patent disputes while preserving the possibility of future collaboration.

To discuss representation for your matter, call 214-238-8400 or email info@HarperBates.com to consult with a mediation attorney.

Trademarks are valuable assets for businesses, and disputes often arise when a party believes another has infringed on their trademark rights. Mediation in this context focuses on:

  • Infringement Claims – Allegations of unauthorized use of a mark that could cause confusion among consumers.
  • Opposition and Cancellation Proceedings – Resolving disagreements during the trademark registration process or seeking to cancel a registered mark.
  • Coexistence Agreements – Negotiating agreements that allow both parties to use similar marks under certain conditions, reducing the likelihood of future disputes.

Mediation can help protect brand reputation while avoiding lengthy and public court battles.

To discuss representation for your matter, call 214-238-8400 or email info@HarperBates.com to consult with a mediation attorney.

Copyright disputes are prevalent in creative industries such as publishing, entertainment, and software. Mediation services in this area address conflicts such as:

  • Ownership Disputes – Determining the rightful owner of a copyright, especially in collaborative works.
  • Infringement Claims – Resolving claims of unauthorized reproduction, distribution, or public display of a copyrighted work.
  • Licensing and Royalty Disputes – Negotiating disagreements over the use of copyrighted material, royalty payments, or license scope.

Mediation in copyright matters is particularly useful for preserving relationships between creators, publishers, and distributors.

To discuss representation for your matter, call 214-238-8400 or email info@HarperBates.com to consult with a mediation attorney.

Trade secrets are crucial for maintaining a competitive edge, and disputes can arise when there is an alleged misuse or disclosure of confidential information. Mediation services can help with:

  • Misappropriation Claims – Resolving claims of unauthorized acquisition or use of trade secrets by a competitor or former employee.
  • Breach of Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs) – Addressing conflicts when one party allegedly breaches confidentiality obligations.
  • Damages and Remedies – Negotiating compensation or other remedies while maintaining confidentiality throughout the process.

Mediation helps avoid public exposure of sensitive information and encourages mutually beneficial solutions.

To discuss representation for your matter, call 214-238-8400 or email info@HarperBates.com to consult with a mediation attorney.

IP licensing agreements often form the basis of partnerships and revenue streams. When disputes arise, mediation can address issues such as:

  • Royalty Payment Disputes – Clarifying discrepancies in royalty calculations or payment schedules.
  • Scope of License – Resolving disagreements over whether certain uses are covered by the license.
  • Termination or Renewal of License – Negotiating terms for extending or ending a licensing agreement.

By fostering open communication, mediation allows parties to renegotiate terms and maintain business relationships.

To discuss representation for your matter, call 214-238-8400 or email info@HarperBates.com to consult with a mediation attorney.

Ownership of an IP portfolio can become a contentious issue, particularly during corporate events like mergers, acquisitions, or partnership dissolutions. Mediation services help address:

  • Division of IP Assets – Facilitating agreements on how to split or share ownership of patents, trademarks, and copyrights.
  • Joint Ownership Disputes – Resolving conflicts arising from jointly developed IP, including questions of control, licensing, and revenue sharing.
  • Assignment and Transfer Issues – Negotiating terms for transferring ownership or usage rights to another party.

Mediation provides a neutral platform for resolving ownership issues without disrupting ongoing operations or business deals.

To discuss representation for your matter, call 214-238-8400 or email info@HarperBates.com to consult with a mediation attorney.

Domain names often represent significant brand value, and disputes can arise when multiple parties claim rights to a particular domain. Mediation can help with:

  • Cybersquatting – Resolving claims against parties who register domain names in bad faith to sell them at a profit.
  • Similar Domain Name Disputes – Negotiating solutions when two parties have legitimate claims to similar domain names.
  • Domain Name Transfers – Facilitating the transfer of domain ownership as part of a broader IP settlement.

Mediation allows parties to resolve these disputes more quickly and cost-effectively than formal arbitration or litigation.

To discuss representation for your matter, call 214-238-8400 or email info@HarperBates.com to consult with a mediation attorney.

Collaborative R&D efforts often result in valuable IP assets, but disputes can arise over contributions, ownership, and commercialization. Mediation services focus on:

  • Contribution Disputes – Clarifying each party’s contributions to jointly developed IP.
  • Ownership and Revenue Sharing – Negotiating terms for ownership, licensing, and revenue distribution.
  • Future Use of Jointly Developed IP – Establishing guidelines for how each party can use the resulting IP independently.

Mediation in these disputes fosters continued collaboration by helping parties reach clear and fair agreements.

To discuss representation for your matter, call 214-238-8400 or email info@HarperBates.com to consult with a mediation attorney.