IP Global Competitors

Over the last decade, Design IP has built a reputation for excellence and has grown into the premier Lehigh Valley-based IP law practice. We represent some of the largest companies in the region, but remain committed to providing the same high level of quality to our smallest clients.

O'Banion & Ritchey LLP specializes in intellectual property law (patents, trademarks, copyrights, trade secrets, and unfair competition) and related litigation and licensing. Our firm prides itself on being able to offer personalized service and competitive rates, while also being able to serve all of a client's needs regarding intellectual property matters in any technology. The firm's services encompass protection and registration of intellectual property rights not only in the United States, but throughout the world. These services include negotiating and structuring licensing and technology transfer agreements, and representing its clients in disputes that arise from technological issues. Many involve both complex technology and novel questions of law. Our patent practice includes advising clients as to the patentability of inventions, the preparation and prosecution of patent applications, and addressing questions of validity and infringement of patents. If you are interested in medical device patents, please visit our Medical Device Patent Law website by clicking here. The firm's trademark practice includes the determination of trademark and service mark availability, the preparation and prosecution of trademark applications, and counseling clients with regard to the selection, use and enforcement of trademarks. In the area of copyrights, the firm's practice includes registering and enforcing copyrights, as well as advising clients with regard to the scope and use of their copyright protection. Our trade secret practice involves counseling clients regarding protection of trade secrets and implementing procedures to protect trade secrets from disclosure and loss. The firm also provides litigation and licensing services with regard to all aspects of intellectual property rights. O'Banion & Ritchey LLP is a Martindale-Hubbell AV rated law firm and is listed in the Bar Register of Preeminent Attorneys.

We provide a single source for assisting our clients in developing, protecting, expanding, commercializing and managing their intellectual property portfolios. We are available to act on your behalf in obtaining and enforcing your patent rights. Conversely, we are available to defend you against allegations of patent infringement. We are registered to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, and are admitted to practice in the State and Federal Courts of Virginia. In addition to our patent practice, we are available to provide counseling and representation in a full spectrum of other intellectual property matters including trademark and copyright protection and intellectual property licensing. We have the expertise to counsel and represent patent owners in defense of their patent rights against alleged infringers. That expertise also proves invaluable in defending those accused of infringement. We will candidly advise you of the strength of your position in either circumstance. With vast experience in all aspects of intellectual property protection, we are available for consultation whether you are an entrepreneur with an idea, or a company or other enterprise looking for a partner to assist you with your IP portfolio.