Lee & Naughton
Counsel for Innovators
We are a member law firm of the LexNovia Venture Law Group
IP by Design
We believe that IP (patents, trademark, copyright, and trade secrets) should not be treated simply as legal rights, but should be seen as the most valuable “products” of an innovation-based company. By adopting this mindset, we have developed the “IPxD” framework to help our clients to apply “design thinking” towards designing and creating a monetizable “IP products” portfolio.
Startup Counseling
Nearly 70% of startup founders are first time founders. Aside from fundraising and product strategy, navigating the legal landscape is perhaps the most challenging and least familiar territory to first-time founders. Our team of advisors are not theorists, but actual “doers” and “makers” who don’t just talk the talk but had also “walked the walk.” We strive to be the most trusted counsels for innovators.
US-Taiwan soft-landing
With the emergence of AI, Taiwan has become the world’s epic center for anything related to AI. Whether you are looking for a supply-chain partner or market entry assistance, our international team can work with you to develop an effective “soft-landing” strategy. From company setup to immigration issues, we had done it all. We can help you navigate the international water with confidence.
About Us
We take a whole life-cycle approach to advising our clients
Legal challenges are not an administrative chore, but an on-going management challenge that needs to be handled quickly and competently. Approached strategically, successful management of legal challenges can give a venture significant competitive advantage. With this in mind, we have assembled an extensive network of attorneys and experts to take a team approach to turn your “legal chores” into your competitive advantage.
We offer a perfect launching pad for innovators
Our strategic location in Houston provides direct connection to the world’s largest medical center, the second largest state in the U.S., and ample supply of highly skilled talents in emerging fields including biotechnology, aerospace, pharma and energy. Our team can make introductions to key players and facilitate commercialization of your innovations.
Innovative Legal Support for Entrepreneurs
Empowering Innovation with Tailored Legal Services
Transforming Legal Needs into Startup Advantages
Dr. Matthew Lee, JD, PhD, MSTC
Laurel Naughton, JD, MS
Dr. Finn Ma, Dual PhD
Aimée M. Robert, JD, BS
Steve Schlather, JD, BS
Sandra Feng, MS
Chris Chen
Professional Team Members
Our team members consist of scientists, engineers, lawyers, marketers, and business strategists. We had published in top tier journals, successfully licensed and sold our inventions, litigated in courts, founded companies and raised millions in venture fundings. We are not just “mentors” or “advisors”. We strive to be your most trusted partners in your entrepreneurial journey.
