My startup has limited resources and protecting IP can cost money. How do I know what kinds of IP protection to spend our money on this early in the company’s lifecycle?

Each company’s IP strategy should be unique to that company, including its goals, resources, and industry. In many cases, it is not the right strategy to file for all types of IP protection early in a company’s lifecycle—your IP attorney can help you prioritize.

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