Client: Ericsson
5G Patent Licensing Optimization
Refined Ericsson’s 5G SEP licensing program, resulting in a 15% revenue increase and avoidance of costly litigation.
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Expert legal advisory specializing in the complex intellectual property landscapes of telecom, space, and quantum technologies. We provide strategic counsel to navigate innovation and secure your competitive edge.
Representative Experience & Transactions
Advising on high-profile telecommunications and technology transactions where intellectual property was a critical factor.
T-Mobile & Sprint Merger (2020)
Telecom patent strategy for the $146B merger, aligning 5G infrastructure patents.
Verizon Acquisition of TracFone (2020–2021)
IP due diligence for Verizon’s $7B acquisition, integrating MVNO technology patents.
Dish Network Purchase of Boost Mobile (2020)
Patent and technology transfer counsel for Dish’s $1.4B MVNO entry.
T-Mobile Acquisition of Mint Mobile (2023)
IP counsel for T-Mobile’s $1.35B acquisition of Ka’ena Corp (Mint Mobile).
Viasat–Inmarsat Satellite Merger (2023)
IP portfolio evaluation for the $7.3B satellite communication leaders' merger.
IonQ Quantum Networking Acquisitions (2024)
Supported IonQ in expanding its quantum technology patent portfolio.
Global 5G-from-Space Joint Venture (2022)
Facilitated JV for 5G from space, crafting IP sharing and licensing framework.
MVNO Technology Licensing Deal (2021)
Advised on tech licensing for an MVNO, negotiating eSIM and network auth tech rights.
Quantum Communication Startup Acquisition (2023)
Guided telco in acquiring 'QuantConnect', conducting IP due diligence.
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Our Professional Team
Diverse professionals with deep expertise in technology and law, illustrating the caliber and background of our advisors.
Case Studies & Successes
Showcasing how Richardson IP’s strategic advice delivers measurable value and competitive advantages for clients.
Client: AT&T
Space-Based Connectivity IP Strategy
Strategic IP counsel for a direct-to-device satellite project, securing foundational patents and defining partner IP rights.
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Client: SkyLink Innovations
Satellite Communications Startup Success
Secured 5 strategic patents, enhancing market value and negotiating power, leading to a favorable acquisition.
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Client: QuantumSecure Inc.
Quantum Technology Patent Defense
Fortified IP position, successfully challenged competitor patents, enabling funding and commercialization.
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Our commitment to the innovation community.
Supporting Space Tech Startups
Free patent strategy consultations for space tech startups, fostering new space economy growth.
Empowering Underserved Innovators
Assisting inventors in academia and developing regions with IP commercialization.
Community IP Education
Workshops and webinars on IP rights in emerging tech and open-source licensing.