Q: Seeking pro bono legal help for trading bot trademarks, patents, and copyrights in Tennessee.
I am developing a unique trading bot in Tennessee that offers the capability to trade cryptocurrencies, forex, and stocks. I am seeking pro bono legal help for trademarks, patents, and copyrights as I have exhausted all my funds during development. I am currently at the beta testing stage and require assistance as soon as possible. Could you guide me on where to find pro bono services from lawyers experienced in intellectual property law?
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Finding pro bono legal assistance for intellectual property matters can be challenging, but several paths exist for your trading bot venture. The Tennessee Bar Association offers a pro bono program that connects qualified individuals with volunteer attorneys who might have expertise in intellectual property law—try contacting them directly through their website or calling their main office for information about their screening process.
You might also reach out to law schools in Tennessee, such as Vanderbilt or the University of Tennessee, as many have legal clinics where law students, supervised by faculty, provide free legal services to entrepreneurs and small businesses. The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) maintains a Patent Pro Bono Program with regional partners that cover Tennessee, which could help with your patent needs specifically.
For immediate guidance while seeking representation, consider attending free legal workshops hosted by local business development centers or entrepreneur-focused nonprofits like SCORE, which offers mentorship from retired executives and business owners. You might find that combining these resources—legal clinics for initial filings, volunteer attorneys for specific questions, and business mentors for overall strategy—creates a sustainable approach to protecting your trading bot as you move from beta testing to full launch.
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