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The Essential IP Checklist

Find out more on how to ask the right questions, spot red flags, and avoid other common mistakes that weaken your IP position.

In 1925, President Calvin Coolidge said, “The chief business of the American people is business.” And small businesses are their own ecosystem, sustaining each other and their respective clients. We’re grateful to these partners for their consideration and support.

One of the world’s largest voluntary organizations, the ABA is committed to supporting the legal profession.

AIPLA represents a wide and diverse spectrum of individuals in the practice of law affecting intellectual property.

Colorado Procurement Technical Assistance Center (PTAC) aids businesses in becoming government contractors.

An organization designed to support the local technology sector through our programs, infrastructure, and influence.

Experts in DCAA, FAR, and government-compliant accounting systems, regulations, and complete turnkey services.

From offices with just a few employees to others with over 15,000, our app is used by hundreds of businesses around the globe.

Education Connections

The foundation of practicing law accurately and effectively is established by educational institutions that train and equip lawyers. The Martensen team is indebted to these schools for their guidance and lessons.

An ambitious, forward-thinking, and innovative institution whose mission is to prepare students for responsible and productive lives in the legal profession.

To educate, train, and inspire men and women to become leaders of character, motivated to lead in service to our nation.

By blending high-tech innovation with a social consciousness grounded in the Jesuit educational tradition, SCU is committed to leaving the world a better place.

It is a real pleasure to work with such professionals.

“Together we’ve filed for and been awarded several patents throughout the world, with Martensen taking on the vast majority of the preparation workload.”
- Mik Farley, ICON Aircraft

Keen ability to target and successfully capture IP concepts for further development.

“Keen ability to target and successfully capture IP concepts for further development.”
- David Bruemmer, 5D Robotics

Extremely well-versed in IP law.

“Navigated our patent applications from complex technology to award. Mike’s global associates helped inform and execute our global strategy.”
- Julie Zinn, Spirae

Equally comfortable engaging technical or business issues and framing them to fit the goals of the company.

“Trusted counsel who distills complex technology and legal matters into simple terms.”
- Richard Kinsman, TERSUS

Mike has the experience and pragmatism to be an invaluable addition to your team.

“Tremendously useful to get advice from someone who thinks beyond the pure legal calculus and works well with business people.”
- Jay Jesse, Intelligent Software Solutions

Martensen IP is an excellent Intellectual Property firm that has assisted on numerous occasions with a variety of topics.

“Working with them is a pleasure and they are always on top of the various deadlines associated with our IP needs.”
- Leif Ullman, CEO, KidReports

Our international patent strategies need smart—and affordable—decisions.

“We trust you to guide us through these challenging journeys.”
- Steen Strand, ICON Aircraft

Respected in courts which is key to any successful transaction.

“AWESOME GROUP TO WORK WITH! Knows their stuff backward and forwards and doesn't lead you on.”
- Eric S.

He was so professional, so respectful, and full of valuable knowledge and wisdom. Wonderful.

“Above and beyond with their kindness and willingness to speak to you about your situation even before setting up a consultation. This tells me that they have a heart to serve.”
- Serenity P.

Meet Our Team

Michael Martensen

Founder & Shareholder

Cody P. Fowler

Attorney - Of Counsel

Christopher Limpus

Attorney - Of Counsel

Jack Stuart

Attorney - Of Counsel

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We Maintain A Record of Success in Achieving Patent Coverage
Every attorney has 20+ years of experience and has drafted and prosecuted hundreds of successful patent applications.

We Function At The Intersection Of Business, Law And Technology
Our experience and knowledge converge at the intersection of intellectual property and government contracting. We are uniquely positioned not just as a provider of technical counsel, but also as part of business advisory teams.

We Provide Superior Legal Guidance and Value
Experience in numerous business and engineering disciplines creates a knowledge base that makes it possible for our attorneys to assist clients in situations where IP legal advice only makes sense if placed within the context of a client’s complete business strategy.

We Develop Strategies to Enhance Competitive Advantage
We come up with great IP strategies to enhance our client’s competitive advantage but recognize that the technology will change, the environment will change, the competition will change and so will our plan; we’re ready.

We Understand Technology & How To Protect Your IP
Clients benefit from the collective background of our intellectual property attorneys, which includes scientific and engineering expertise, large law firm experience and prior contracting experience with the U.S. Department of Defense.

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