This paper considers the scope of intellectual property [IP] due-diligence in commercial transactions. It discusses the types of IP rights that may affect commercial transactions. It also considers a goal-driven perspective for IP due-diligence processes and why a buyer should be wary of only relying on a seller’s representations and warranties.

This paper is part of a collection presented at LESA’s Intellectual Property Law for Non-IP Lawyers program in Edmonton on February 5, 2019 and in Calgary on February 12, 2019.