Services

Protect your original work from copying. From artists and photographers to authors, musicians, clothing and furniture designers, and video game companies, Tom has worked with creative people throughout the world to secure copyright protection. Registering your work before it’s copied has huge benefits—higher available damages and the ability to recover attorneys’ fees if you prevail in proving infringement.

Need infringing online content taken down? Tom has handled hundreds of DMCA takedowns on most of the popular platforms such as the App Store, Play Store, Instagram, TikTok, and more. Received a takedown notice for content that isn’t infringing or is protected by fair use? Tom frequently works with content creators to file DMCA counter-notices that protect their content from removal and avoid infringement litigation.

Sometimes a cease-and-desist letter is a necessity to protect your IP and your business. Tom won’t rush in guns blazing. He’ll assess the situation carefully and listen to the client, then craft a letter that fits the circumstances—and which won’t embarrass the client if it’s made public. Tom has successfully handled cease-and-desist situations with some of the country’s largest companies and with small mom-and-pop businesses.

Sometimes litigation is necessary to protect your creations, or you are facing a lawsuit alleging infringement. Tom has litigated IP cases for over 17 years. From patent infringement and trademark disputes to copyright litigation and trade secret misappropriation cases, Tom can provide comprehensive analysis and strategic planning to support clients at every stage of litigation—pleadings, discovery, motions practice, trial, and appeal. With a deep understanding of both legal and technical aspects of IP law, Dietrich IP is committed to delivering personalized solutions that address your unique needs and goals.

Tom has successfully briefed and argued appeals in IP cases before the Ninth Circuit and Federal Circuit Courts of Appeals. If you need support on an appeal, we can help.

Tom can help you manage your IP portfolio effectively. That can include auditing IP to assess the value and strength of existing IP assets, providing strategic advice on portfolio expansion or divestiture, and counseling on licensing or technology transfer agreements to monetize IP rights.

With a keen understanding of the complexities surrounding IP rights, Dietrich IP assists clients in crafting tailored license agreements that protect their valuable intellectual assets while fostering mutually beneficial partnerships. Tom combines legal expertise with strategic insight to navigate negotiations effectively and secure favorable terms for clients. Whether you're licensing patents, trademarks, copyrights, or trade secrets, Tom will work diligently to safeguard your interests and maximize the value of your IP portfolio. Dietrich IP delivers innovative solutions and expert guidance throughout the entire licensing process, from initial drafting to final negotiation and enforcement.

Tom advises businesses on safeguarding valuable trade secrets, such as formulas, manufacturing processes, customer lists, and business strategies. He will help establish policies and contracts to maintain confidentiality, provide guidance on non-disclosure agreements, and advise in situations involving trade secret misappropriation or breaches.