Essentiality Check

A leading law firm approached us with a complex challenge regarding their client's extensive patent portfolio. They needed to verify the essentiality of over 300 patents they believed to be Standard Essential Patents (SEPs) for 4G/LTE technology. The Client was preparing for crucial licensing negotiations and wanted to ensure they had an accurate understanding of their SEP portfolio's strength and value. They required a thorough, unbiased assessment to support their position in these negotiations and to make informed decisions. investments.

Our team implemented a multi-faceted approach to tackle this large-scale SEP essentiality check:

Standard Mapping: We conducted a comprehensive mapping of the 4G/LTE standards, identifying key technical features and requirements.

Patent Claim Analysis: Our experts meticulously analyzed each patent claim, comparing them against the standard specifications to assess the technical relevance and implementation necessity of each patent.

Categorization: We categorized patents based on their level of essentiality: fully essential, partially essential, or non-essential.

Detailed Reporting: We provided comprehensive reports for each patent, including rationales for our essentiality determinations.

Our SEP essentiality check service delivered significant value to the client:

Portfolio Clarity: We determined that 65% of the patents were fully essential, 20% were partially essential, and 15% were non-essential to the 4G/LTE standard.

Negotiation Power: Armed with our detailed analysis, the client entered licensing negotiations with a clear understanding of their portfolio's strength, resulting in more favorable terms.

Cost Optimization: The client was able to make informed decisions about maintaining non-essential patents, potentially saving millions in maintenance fees.

Market Positioning: With a verified strong SEP portfolio, the client solidified its position as a key player in 4G/LTE technology.