Business Details
Your Trusted Intellectual Property Law Partner in New Jersey
Chipperson Law Group P C provides comprehensive legal counsel in intellectual property and business law, serving domestic and international clients. Our team combines legal expertise with business acumen to protect clients' assets and optimize outcomes through tailored strategies. With offices in New Jersey and New York, we represent investors, small businesses, artists, and authors nationwide. Our practice spans patent prosecution, trademark protection, copyright enforcement, and complex litigation.We prioritize cost-effective solutions while maintaining the specialized skill typically associated with large firms. Our reputation for securing favorable results stems from decades of experience and a commitment to understanding each client's unique goals. We assist foreign clients with U.S. patent and trademark filings while supporting domestic clients through IP audits and long-term strategic planning. As a woman-owned enterprise, we help clients meet diversity objectives through our services.
Services
Intellectual Property
Patents
Trademarks
Business Law
Copyrights
Licensing Agreements
FDA Approvals
Product Distribution
Domain Name Disputes
IP Litigation
Highlights and features
- We specialize in intellectual property law with decades of combined experience
- Our boutique firm offers large-firm expertise with personalized service
- We represent clients in U.S. and international IP matters
- Our team includes former in-house counsel with business strategy expertise
- We maintain a 4.7/5.0 peer rating from Martindale-Hubbell professionals
What people say
Terrific to deal with
Patient, comprehensive explanations
Highly recommend
Identifies business risks
Effective representation
Services
Intellectual Property
We provide comprehensive intellectual property strategies including patents, trademarks, and copyrights. Our services cover U.S. and international filings, infringement litigation, and licensing agreements. Clients benefit from our expertise in protecting innovations while maximizing business value through strategic IP management.
Patents
Our patent services include utility and design patent applications, patentability opinions, and prosecution. We assist with product development strategies and FDA approvals for generic drugs. Clients receive tailored guidance through the entire patent lifecycle from initial filing to enforcement.
Trademarks
We handle trademark prosecution, opposition proceedings, and brand protection strategies. Services include U.S. and international trademark applications, TTAB proceedings, and enforcement actions. Our clients receive comprehensive brand management solutions to protect their market identity.
Business Law
Our business law practice covers entity formation, contract negotiations, and commercial transactions. We provide strategic counsel on product distribution agreements and business operations. Clients benefit from our integrated approach combining legal expertise with business-oriented solutions.
Copyrights
We offer copyright registration, licensing agreements, and infringement litigation services. Our practice includes both U.S. and international copyright matters. Clients receive strategic guidance on protecting creative works and enforcing their rights through litigation when necessary.
People
Rita C. Chipperson
Principal
With extensive experience in intellectual property law, Rita Chipperson provides strategic counsel to businesses and inventors. Her expertise includes patent prosecution, trademark protection, and complex litigation matters across multiple industries.
Dennis J. Helms
Counsel
Dennis Helms specializes in intellectual property litigation and appeals. He brings significant courtroom experience to complex IP disputes, focusing on achieving favorable outcomes through strategic legal approaches and settlement negotiations.
Patricia P. Werschulz
Of Counsel
Patricia Werschulz focuses on trademark law and business transactions. Her practice includes brand protection strategies, licensing agreements, and corporate governance matters for domestic and international clients.
David A. Chipperson
Of Counsel
David Chipperson provides legal expertise in patent law and product development strategies. He assists clients with patent applications, FDA approvals, and intellectual property management for emerging technologies.
Morgan D. Golightly
Paralegal
Morgan Golightly supports the legal team with patent and trademark prosecution, managing filings and documentation. Her organizational skills ensure efficient case management and client communication throughout legal proceedings.
Questions
What areas of law does Chipperson Law Group specialize in?
We focus on intellectual property law including patents, trademarks, copyrights, and business law matters.
Do you represent international clients?
Yes, we assist foreign clients with U.S. patent and trademark filings claiming priority to non-U.S. applications.
How does your firm differ from larger law practices?
We combine large-firm expertise with personalized service and cost-effective boutique firm pricing.
What locations do you serve?
We have offices in Morristown and Princeton, New Jersey, and New York City, serving clients nationwide.
