Patent transactions (compound semiconductors)

Our client owns a portfolio of approximately 1,900 compound semiconductor patents. However, as the client has shifted its business focus to other fields and no longer utilizes these patents, they were seeking an expedited solution to divest this portfolio.

Leveraging our expertise in compound semiconductor patents, technology, products, and market trends, our team first conducted an in-depth analysis of industry reports to identify leading companies in this field. Subsequently, we sourced semiconductor components from the market, gathering data from manufacturer datasheets and sending selected components to a reverse engineering laboratory for further analysis. Based on the findings, we identified and shortlisted approximately 20 key patents and compiled an EOU (Evidence of Use) report.

Using the EOU report, we successfully identified an interested buyer in the U.S. and engaged in multiple rounds of negotiations. As a result, the buyer purchased around 200 patents that were relevant to their business development. For the remaining 1,700 patents, which showed significant deviation from current market technology trends, we advised the client to consider ceasing annuity payments to optimize cost savings.

Through this case, we effectively helped our client monetize unused IP, generate revenue, and strategically assess their entire patent portfolio to reduce future expenses. This transaction resulted in a win-win outcome for both our client and the patent buyer.