Intellectual property essentials for the sale of a business or assets
Helping businesses prepare for exit
For tech-focused businesses, IP could be your most valuable asset and effective management of it is vital in protecting your innovations, building strong brands, and thus attracting investors.
Potential buyers and investors, including venture capital and private equity firms, will look at how well the IP supports your business in securing a competitive advantage, generating revenue, and demonstrating future market potential. Before a sale takes place, investors will perform due diligence to flag any risk factors and assess the value of the IP to ensure the investment is sound and that the projected returns are realistic.
Who do we help?
We help C-suite and in house counsel members who need our expertise in IP exit strategies.
Key considerations
- Prepare for due diligence – ensure your IP is fit for purpose
- Provide proof of IP ownership
Be aware of
- Timing of the sale and how it aligns with your IP strategy
- Confidentiality (data protection)
- License restrictions
How can we help?
- IP due diligence
- Ensure R&D tax relief claims have been made
- Confirm patent box tax rate has been applied where applicable
If you intend to exit your business via a sale, an IPO, or a management buy-out the corporate team at Gateley Legal help business owners and stakeholders get the best outcome. Find out more here.