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Fair, Reasonable, And Non-Discriminatory (FRAND) Lawyer

As technology rapidly advances, it’s more important than ever for companies to protect intellectual property (IP) and understand licensing requirements of standard essential patents (SEPs) under fair, reasonable, and non-discriminatory (FRAND) terms.

Coffy Law’s FRAND lawyers have both the technical expertise and counsel experience to help your company navigate the complexities of American patent law. Our experts can defend your organization in disputes, facilitate successful licensing negotiations, and comply with SEP and FRAND regulations. Whether you’re in consumer electronics, telecommunications, semiconductors, or another tech sector, Coffy Law has you covered.

What Are FRAND terms?

FRAND refers to fair, reasonable, and non-discriminatory licensing that permits technical standards to operate successfully in a global marketplace. A technical standards is a documented set of requirements, specifications, or guidelines that compose consistent criteria for a technical product, services, process, or method. They exist to ensure compatibility of technical devices across manufacturers or users, facilitating interoperability and proper operation.

Some examples of technical standards include:

  • 5G and WiFi networks
  • Audio and video compression and decompression
  • Data storage and exchange technologies
  • Photo formats

Technical standards are maintained by standards development organizations (SDOs) and products using these and other technical standards must comply with FRAND licensing terms. This licensing aims to create equitable market conditions for both SEP owners and implementers.

Given the global nature of technology today, FRAND licensing and disputes can be particularly complicated due to their multijurisdictional nature. Although standards may stay consistent, laws across the U.S., Europe, and China may change over time, adding a layer of confusion to FRAND cases.

The Role Of FRAND Lawyers

SEP and FRAND law is extremely complex. Organizations need guidance to remain compliant and maximize the revenue potential of licensing negotiations. Coffy Law FRAND lawyers can provide worldwide support with:

  • FRAND licensing negotiations
  • FRAND analysis and evaluation
  • Compliance with SDOs
  • Litigating and arbitrating patent and antitrust or competition issues
  • Monitoring FRAND regulatory developments across the global marketplace
  • International trade considerations
  • Enforcing patents and negotiating global licenses
  • Resolving disputes with competitors or governing bodies

Companies of all sizes working in technology may need to take FRAND and SEP into consideration. The globalized nature of technology makes FRAND licensing particularly contentious, fast-evolving, and difficult to navigate. That’s why it’s imperative to work with our FRAND lawyers to manage litigations, ensure compliance with current regulations, and get the necessary assistance in multijurisdictional negotiations, disputes, and arbitrations.

Contact Our FRAND Lawyers

With enormous sums of money on the line and a rapidly evolving regulatory landscape, you need a top-tier regulatory and intellectual property team on your side.

Coffy Law provides a 360-degree view of FRAND disputes and the sophisticated understand of patent cases necessary to help your organization stay compliant and keep its edge in the market.

For help navigating SEP/FRAND questions, you need the technical and counsel expertise of Coffy Law’s experienced team. Contact our FRAND lawyer today to begin your consultation and work towards a resolution.