VHPM provides global intellectual property services specializing in life sciences, pharmaceutical chemistry, industrial chemistry, medical devices and electrical engineering. We prepare, file and prosecute patent applications in the U.S. and in other jurisdictions. Our firm works collaboratively to develop and manage global patent portfolios for multi-national corporations, major pharmaceutical companies, small and medium-sized companies, start-ups and major research universities. VHPM assists in due diligence efforts and in the analysis of patent portfolios that are acquisition or licensing targets. We frequently perform third-party reviews of patentability and potential freedom to operate issues surrounding a target technology and manage portfolios of joint research and development collaborations. VHPM takes pride in efficiently providing sophisticated patent legal services. All of our patent professionals have advanced degrees and/or significant industry experience in our areas of specialty. Our team of paralegals has a combined total of more than 45 years of experience filing and prosecuting U.S. and international patent applications.