Get smart about intellectual property

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Abstract: Intellectual property (IP) is a central, even defining, asset for many companies, and some M&A deals hinge on gaining access to IP assets such as patents, copyrights, trademarks and trade secrets. This article tells sellers how to prepare IP for buyer scrutiny — including being ready to demonstrate legal rights to this intangible property. And it instructs buyers to perform careful due diligence so that they can be sure they’ll get what they’re paying for.