Christopher Bakewell
Managing Director and Global Head of Intellectual Property Advisory Services
Houston
Christopher Bakewell
Intellectual Property Management, Strategy and Licensing
Governance, Risk, Investigations and Disputes
Now more than ever, companies’ intangible assets are a significant driver of their value. As a result, strategically managing, monetizing and licensing those assets is critically important. Duff & Phelps has the experience and skills necessary to assist our clients in these areas.
Duff & Phelps professionals focus on developing the necessary tools and processes for IP holders and licensees to build, maintain and grow a successful licensing organization. Our Intellectual Property Management, Strategy and Licensing services include:
- IP monetization strategy
- IP strategic use assessment
- Portfolio management and assessment
- Licensing strategy and royalty rate analysis, including for standard-essential patents.
- Valuation of IP investment strategy, ROI
- Contract negotiation support
- Joint venture analysis
- IP holding companies
- Intercompany licensing structures
- Build vs. buy analysis
- Capture and develop policies and procedures
- Strategic planning and business process improvement
- Inventory and scoring
Key Areas
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Leading provider of investigation and protection to validate and expose the evidence needed to make critical conclusions.
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