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ÌýUNH IP LAW CLINIC

Thank you for your interest in the Intellectual Property & Transaction Clinic at the UNH Franklin Pierce School of Law.Ìý The Clinic is run by law students who are supervised by an attorney.Ìý We are located in New Hampshire.Ìý We prefer New Hampshire and Massachusetts clients that are able to come to our office for appointments (Non-COVID times).Ìý The Clinic provides trademark and copyright assistance (such as counseling, registration, and contracts.Ìý We may provide limited representation in patents.

As part of our partnership with the ECenter, our services are free.Ìý However, if there are any filing fees associated with your matter, you would be responsible to pay those in advance before any filings are made.Ìý Where we are a free legal clinic, we receive a very high volume of requests for legal services, we require that you start your inquiry with the UNH ECenter to confirm the status of idea/company and that you are at the appropriate point to require legal services.Ìý Please emailÌýe.center@unh.edu

ÌýPIERCE ATWOOD, LLP

Pierce Atwood, LLP is a full service law firm and their Catalyst Program provides today's growth companies with the skilled legal services they need to become the successful companies of tomorrow. Their team has experience assisting entrepreneurs and start-ups int he following key areas: corporate governance, employee benefits, intellectual property, mergers and acquisitions, litigation (including patent litigation), securities, and venture capital.

Because Pierce Atwood, LLP is an ECenter corporate sponsor, limited services are available to students free of charge. Requests must be directed through the ECenter atÌýe.center@unh.edu.

ÌýDECIDING ON THE LEGAL FORM YOUR BUSINESS SHOULD TAKE

There are two computing stations at the ECenter in Cube^XÌýCo-working Space (one PC and one MAC) with the following software available for use.Ìý​

BALSAMIQ

Balsamiq is a rapid wireframing tool that helps youÌýWork Faster & Smarter. It reproduces the experience of sketching on a whiteboard, but using a computer. Use it forÌýwebsites and phone apps.

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An Adobe app design product, PhoneGap allows users to use existing web development skills to quickly make hybrid applications built with HTML, CSS and JavaScript. Create experiences for multiple platforms with a single codebase so you can reach your audience no matter their device.

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An app design product, build and deliver native Android, iOS, and Windows apps, using existing skills, teams, and code. )

Interested in other programs? Let us know atÌýe.center@unh.edu.

These free app development resources can help you build your idea with zero coding skill required!

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Adalo allows designers and developers to launch apps without any coding experience necessary. Learn more atÌý.

ÌýGLIDE APPS

Glide Apps can help you build an app from a spreadsheet in five minutes, for free! Learn more .

ADAPTY

A full scale framework for implementing and managing subscriptions infrastructure in native iOS and Android apps. Learn more atÌý

Business Model CanvasÌýisÌýaÌýstrategic managementÌýandÌýlean startupÌýtemplate forÌýdeveloping new or documenting existingÌýbusinessÌýmodels.ÌýIt is a visual chart with elementsÌýdescribing a firm's or product'sÌývalue proposition,Ìýinfrastructure, customers, and finances.ÌýIt assistsÌýfirms in aligning their activities by illustrating potentialÌýtrade-offs.ÌýThe nine "building blocks" of the business modelÌýdesign template that came to be called the BusinessÌýModel Canvas were initially proposed in 2005ÌýbyÌýAlexander OsterwalderÌýbased on his earlier workÌýon business modelontology.ÌýSince the release ofÌýOsterwalder's work around 2008,Ìýnew canvases forÌýspecific niches have appeared. (Source: Wikipedia)

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UNH has access to amazing resources to help you conduct market research. These resources include, but are not limited to:

• For further information and assistance, review theÌýfor UNH students, faculty, and staff. This guide was created by Wendy Pothier, UNH Business Librarian. Wendy is also available to meet with you to assist with your business research needs and can be contacted directly atÌýwendy.pothier@unh.edu.Ìý

Freelance designers for website, logos, marketing materials, and more. Determine your price agreement directly.

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ÌýPATENT SEARCHING TUTORIAL

Prepared by ECenter Advisory Task Force member Michael McClurken, this patent searching tutorial document is an invaluable resource for start-ups who need a guide to the patent searching process. To further discuss patents, consider utilitzing the services of Paul Remus, outlined in the Legal Resources section above.

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ÌýPITCHBOOK PATENTS

Pitchbook, offered through the UNH Library, offers a new patents feature. Download the PDF below for more information.

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The ECenter is sharing these resources and does not receive any promotional compensation. We also assume no liability for results or interactions with these entities.

• Ìý10X Venture PartnersÌýis a seed stage (and beyond) investment group. They commit operational experience and dollars to theirÌýportfolio companies. AÌýtypical investment ranges from $50-$500k, but they are capable of larger investments and follow on.ÌýÌýThey invest from the idea stage through $5-10 million in revenue, for profitable companies. 10X prefers companies in the New England market.
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• ÌýBorealis VenturesÌýpartners closely with exceptional entrepreneurs from the earliest stages to build market-defining companies in information technology and life sciences. Borealis is particularly committed to advancing the realm of design and engineering software and has invested for more than a decade in that sector’s most innovative emerging companies in such fields as 3D design, construction management, and data-driven software. Borealis seeks an initial institutional round of financing, including seed funding, and will invest anywhere from $100K to $2.5 million initially with the potential for more over time.
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• ÌýeCoast Angel Network's focus is on early-stage companies involved with advanced technology, e-commerce, healthcare, and industrial products and services, principally located in the New Hampshire coastal region. The group is most interested in companies requiring $250K-$2MÌýat pre-money valuations of less than $5M, who have a credible multi-option exit strategy and are led by an experienced core management team.
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• ÌýFirst Run AngelsÌýacts a conduit to find and screen business proposals for the investors who specialize in early-stage equity funding. ÌýOnce the angel investors take an interest in a company, they work out the terms and conditions of the investment with the business owner. ÌýInvestments can include seed money for business start-up or for internal growth and expansion.
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• ÌýHarbor Capital Light PartnersÌýis a private investment firm seeking to invest in early and growth stage companies located in the Northeast. TheirÌýunique approach combines flexible capital and collaborative support to build successful, sustainable operating companies. Harbor Light’s legacy, values, and experience provide the guiding light for superior results.ÌýÌýHarbor Light Capital Partners focuses on investments in the $1-$5M range.
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• ÌýIFundWomenÌýis a startup funding platform providing access to capital through crowdfunding and grants, expert business coaching on all the topics entrepreneurs need to know about, and a network of women business owners that sparks confidence, accelerates knowledge, and ignites action. Learn more atÌý.
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• ÌýThe Impact New Hampshire FundÌýis an angel investment fund that willÌýcreateÌýand promote positive impacts on the New Hampshire economy. The fund is limited to accredited investors.ÌýThe fund gives preference to women-led companies; applicants should have at least one woman in an operating role at the C-suite level.
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• ÌýNorth Country AngelsÌý(NCA) brings together over 40 successful and experienced entrepreneurs who are active in making early-stage and seed investments in companies located in the northeastern United States. Every month theyÌýgather informally to discuss recent news from the investment community, share due diligence activities, build strategic relationships, and review business plans from prospective companies. They are keen to see strong business plans with qualified management teams to back them up.
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• ÌýNortheast AngelsÌýis an early-stage investment group which works with entrepreneurs and businesses located in the Northeast. Specifically, NeA focuses on opportunities located around the business corridor between Manchester and Nashua, New Hampshire including surrounding communities. While they prefer deal opportunities located within driving distance of Nashua, NH, they will consider investments in the greater New England area. They also welcome deals referred by other angel groups or venture capital groups participating in greater New England investments. NeA invests in opportunities regardless of technology or service class. NeA members welcome any and all investment inquiries as our constituents have a wide range of expertise and interests. NeA looks for opportunities with companies that can demonstrate potential market penetration, strong leadership, organized effort and strong financial skills.
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• ÌýVested for Growth, a program of the New Hampshire Community Loan Fund, provides risk-tolerant capital up to $1M, business education, and peer-learning opportunities to help owners of established small businesses increase profits and create higher-quality jobs. For investment needs greater than $1M, VFG may be able to draw upon up to $2M from other lending partners. The only business financing program of its kind, VFG creates sub-debt and royalty financing packages when banks and equity sources can’t provide enough capital to meet their needs. Training or technical support may be provided by some combination of: a business performance coach, consultant, an advisory board or a business peer group.
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• ÌýWasabi VenturesÌýis a venture capital, incubator, and consulting firm that specializes in building and advising early-stage technology companies. In the last 10 years, Wasabi Ventures has built, financed, and advised over 200 start-ups including some wildly successful ventures like Right Now Technologies, PBworks, Ustream, and Etherpad.

• IndieGoGo's mission is simple: anyone with creativity and passion should be able to seize their own success and change the world. To make that happen, they remove the barriers that creators face in bringing their projects to life and empowering their community to discover and elevate great projects all around the world. They know building something from scratch is hard, so they've got your back at every step. Awesome campaign strategists, retail partnerships, campaign and marketplace support—all are at the ready to help you bring your idea to life.Ìý.
• ÌýKickstarter is a funding platform for creative projects.ÌýEverything from films, games, and musicÌýto art, design, and technology. Kickstarter is full of ambitious, innovative, and imaginative projects that are brought to life through the direct support of people like you! Since its launch on April 28, 2009, overÌý$2BÌýhas been pledged by more than 10 million people, funding more thanÌý100,000Ìýcreative projects.Ìý.

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The ECenter is sharing these resources and does not receive any promotional compensation. We also assume no liability for results or interactions with these entities.

ÌýStudents actively manage the Rines Student Angel Investment Fund, a donor-created fund which focuses on investments in private equity and angel investments in entrepreneurial ventures and start-ups. The Rines Fund is open to all companies, not just UNH-related. ÌýFor more information about the process to be considered, contactÌýjeff.sohl@unh.edu.