Intellectual Property Mediation Services: A Practical Path to Resolution

Intellectual property disputes can be complex, expensive, and deeply tied to the strategic direction of a business. When innovation, brand identity, or proprietary technology is at stake, disagreements often become emotionally charged and legally intricate. Mediation offers a practical, neutral, and efficient pathway to resolution.

At IP Mediations, we focus exclusively on intellectual property and technology-related dispute mediation. Our role is to help parties move past impasse, evaluate strategic risks, and identify resolution paths that align with business priorities while managing cost and uncertainty. The mediation process is structured, confidential, and designed to restore clarity and control to all parties involved.

Below is an overview of the types of disputes we commonly assist with. Each category also corresponds to a more detailed service page for those seeking additional guidance.

Patent Mediation

Patent disputes are often both high-stakes and technically complex. Mediation provides an opportunity to evaluate claim strength, explore licensing alternatives, and avoid the escalating costs of prolonged litigation.

Common situations include:

• Patent infringement claims

• Portfolio licensing negotiations

• Joint development disagreements

• FRAND obligations

• Indemnity disputes

Trademark & Branding Mediation

Brand identity is one of a business’s most valuable assets. When disputes arise, they can quickly impact reputation, customer trust, and market presence. Mediation helps parties balance legal rights with business realities and brand protection priorities.

Common situations include:

• Trademark infringement or confusion

• Unfair competition claims

• Rebranding disputes

• Coexistence or licensing negotiations

Copyright Mediation

Copyright disputes often involve deep personal or creative investment. Mediation encourages a constructive conversation about ownership, value, and use — helping parties reach resolution that feels fair and respectful.

Common situations include:

• Authorship and ownership disputes

• Licensing disagreements

• Derivative works issues

• Digital content and media rights

Trade Secret Mediation

Trade secret disputes require careful handling due to confidentiality, competitive risk, and business continuity concerns. Mediation allows parties to resolve the matter without public disclosure.

Common situations include:

• Employee mobility and competitive moves

• NDA and confidentiality breaches

• Proprietary information access disputes

• Data retention or misuse claims

Software, SaaS & Technology Mediation

When expectations differ in technical development projects, relationships and product timelines can quickly break down. Mediation helps restore clarity, define responsibilities, and realign business goals.

Common situations include:

• Software development and implementation disputes

• SaaS licensing and usage terms

• Integration and performance expectations

• Product ownership and IP rights

Online Marketplace & Domain Name Mediation

Digital marketplace and domain disputes move fast and can create immediate operational or reputational harm. Mediation helps resolve issues efficiently while minimizing disruption.

Partnership & Founder IP Ownership Mediation

When IP and business relationships overlap, conflict can become personal. Mediation focuses on fairness, continuity, and protecting the value of the underlying innovation.

Typical situations include:

• Co-founder departures

• Startup ownership rights

• Vendor or development partner IP claims

• Joint venture IP contributions

Ready to Begin a Conversation?

If you are facing an intellectual property or technology dispute, we are here to help. Mediation can reduce cost, maintain confidentiality, and support forward progress when litigation alone may not.

Request a confidential mediation session here.