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Maximize & Protect Your IP

Your intellectual property (IP) is more than just an idea—it’s an asset.

Whether it’s a patent, trademark, trade secret, or copyright, identifying and understanding your IP is essential for maintaining your competitive edge.

At CPM, we offer comprehensive IP Audit services tailored to businesses of all sizes. Our audits help you uncover what you own, assess how it’s being used, identify gaps or risks, and develop a strategy for protecting and leveraging your IP.

What Is an IP Audit?

An IP Audit is a systematic review of your business’s intellectual property. It provides a clear, accurate picture of your current IP portfolio and offers guidance to:

  • Evaluate risks and ensure compliance
  • Discover unrecognized or underutilized assets
  • Identify registration gaps and renewal deadlines
  • Strengthen licensing, enforcement, and monetization strategies

Choose What’s Right for You

We recognize that not all businesses have the same IP needs. That’s why we offer two levels of service: Basic and Advanced. The Basic IP Audit is ideal for businesses looking to establish a strong foundation.
The Advanced IP Audit provides a deeper dive with strategic, customized guidance.

À La Carte Options Available

If your needs fall somewhere between our standard tiers—or you’d like to expand your audit—we offer flexible add-on services such as:

  • Licensing agreement review
  • NDA and confidentiality agreement analysis
  • Trademark clearance searches
  • IP ownership clarification in joint ventures or partnerships

Who Should Consider an IP Audit?

An IP Audit is beneficial for:

  • Startups preparing for investment
  • Established businesses reviewing assets for acquisition or licensing
  • Companies expanding into new markets or product lines
  • Any business that hasn’t recently reviewed its IP portfolio

Why Work With CPM?

For over 55 years, Carlile Patchen & Murphy has helped businesses safeguard what matters most.
Our experienced attorneys provide trusted legal insight and personalized attention to ensure your
IP strategy aligns with your broader business goals.

Schedule Your IP Audit Today

Let’s start the conversation. We’ll help you determine the best approach for your needs
and guide you through every step of the audit process.

Let’s protect what sets you apart.

How can we help you today?

Give us a call or send a message with any inquiries and legal questions.

614.228.6135

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