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Technology Transactions & Licensing

Overview

Intellectual property and control of technology are pervasive issues in all transactions. Faegre Drinker professionals help structure your transactions to preserve your flexibility, while protecting your rights. We support every stage of a deal, from letter of intent to closing, from innovation to phase-out, from system selection through implementation and ongoing support. Our team combines deep capabilities in patent, trademark, copyright, trade secrets, software, services (including SaaS, IaaS, and PaaS), life sciences (including pharmaceuticals, biologics, medical devices, and R&D arrangements), development, and distributor and reseller agreements, with colleagues’ knowledge of mergers and acquisitions, finance, tax, litigation, and antitrust to help you develop integrated, cross-disciplinary approaches to domestic and international deals. With a deep understanding of the pertinent issues and effective deal structure, we support research and development, including in the university setting, outsourcing transactions, inbound and outbound licensing deals, information technology, strategic alliances, joint ventures, and equity investments.

Insights & Events

Latest

Updates March 2026

Copyright and AI in the UK — Implications for Rights Holders and Developers

Proposed Consultations and Reviews May Result in Future Legislation
10 min read
Updates March 2026

Moving from Generative AI to AI Agents

Changing the Service Model for Customer Trust and Adoption
8 min read
Updates March 2026

China Issued New Regulations to Protect Trade Secrets

New Provisions Make It Easier for IPR Holders to Protect Trade Secrets through Market Regulatory Authorities in China
8 min read
Published Articles March 2026

The Intersection of Artificial Intelligence and Copyright Law

Texas Bar Journal
1 min read
Updates February 2026

UK Data (Use and Access) Act 2025: Update and New Compliance Challenges

“Right to Complain” will come into force 19 June 2026
6 min read
Speaking Engagement Recap September 08, 2025

Approaches to AI Standardization in the U.S. and Abroad

Intellectual Property Owners Association Annual Meeting
1 min read
Recorded Webinar May 14, 2025 CLE

Critical Considerations for IT Contracts: The In-House Professional’s Guide - Webinar

2 min read
Press Release May 2025

Faegre Drinker Welcomes Partner Greg Mitchell, Life Sciences Patent Team to Intellectual Property Practice

4 min read
News February 2025

Abe Shanehsaz Named a 2025 Finalist of Junior Achievement of Central Indiana’s ‘Indy’s Best and Brightest’

1 min read
Speaking Engagement Recap October 29, 2024

Critical Considerations for IT Contracts: The In-House Professional’s Guide

Association of Corporate Counsel Chicago CLE
1 min read
Insights
Updates March 2026

Copyright and AI in the UK — Implications for Rights Holders and Developers

Proposed Consultations and Reviews May Result in Future Legislation
10 min read
Updates March 2026

Moving from Generative AI to AI Agents

Changing the Service Model for Customer Trust and Adoption
8 min read
Updates March 2026

China Issued New Regulations to Protect Trade Secrets

New Provisions Make It Easier for IPR Holders to Protect Trade Secrets through Market Regulatory Authorities in China
8 min read
Published Articles March 2026

The Intersection of Artificial Intelligence and Copyright Law

Texas Bar Journal
1 min read
Updates February 2026

UK Data (Use and Access) Act 2025: Update and New Compliance Challenges

“Right to Complain” will come into force 19 June 2026
6 min read
Updates December 2025

European Union’s Digital Omnibus Package, Part II — Changes to the GDPR and the Data Act

Key Changes Relevant to U.S. Businesses
9 min read
Updates November 2025

The European Union’s Digital Omnibus and Its Impact on Artificial Intelligence

Significant Proposed Changes to Legislation Covering AI, Data Privacy and Cybersecurity
7 min read
Updates August 2025

The EU Data Act: Impact on Connected Products and Device Manufacturers

Any Organisation Established Outside the EU but Operating in the EU Market Will Potentially Fall Within Scope
14 min read
Updates July 2025

The UK’s Data (Use and Access) Act 2025

Important Changes to UK Data Laws Including the UK General Data Protection Regulation
7 min read
Updates May 2025

DOJ National Security Division Issues Second Declination Since Issuance of Revised Corporate Enforcement Policy

Underscores Potential Benefits of Proactively Addressing and Disclosing Compliance Issues
7 min read

Meet The Team

Meet The Full Technology Transactions & Licensing Team