JOHN P. O’BRIEN, TECHNOLOGY ATTORNEY

What are Some Examples of Tech Law?

Tech law involves any and all legal issues connected with technology. Because there are so many different kinds of technology in the modern world, tech law is a diverse practice area with many sub-categories. Because technology is constantly developing, tech law is also continuously evolving to meet the unique needs of clients with unique tech issues. But what are some specific examples of tech law in the modern era? More importantly, who can help you with these legal issues? Let’s find out:

 SaaS Agreements: SaaS is becoming very popular in the tech world today, and this type of software requires unique contractual agreements between parties. Create an effective SaaS agreement, and you can clearly lay out the terms and conditions for your buyers. Carefully communicate how end-users can access the software, manage their subscriptions, and pay for your services.

 Service Level Agreements: Also known as an SLA, a service level agreement helps you define the types of services that you wish to provide to your customers. Aside from customer SLAs, there are also other types, such as internal SLAs and multilevel service-level agreements. These agreements help minimize disputes and keep everyone on the same page.

 Consulting Agreements and SOWs: Also known as a “Statement of Work,” or “Scope of Work,” an SOW is one of the most popular types of consulting agreements in the tech world. It helps define the work management needs of your project. Like many types of agreements in the tech world, it can help you avoid misunderstandings.

 Technology Licenses: If you have a new type of technology, you can allow other people to use it only if they have the correct license. This type of agreement helps protect your intellectual property while allowing you to generate income for your innovative software.

 Professional Services Subcontracts: If your company wishes to enlist the help of a highly skilled contractor, you will need a professional service subcontract to define their role and minimize misunderstandings. It lays out expectations, how long the project lasts, and payment details. With so much subcontracting and freelance work in the tech world, these agreements are becoming more common than ever.

 Trial Software Licenses: One of the most popular ways to generate new customers is to offer a free trial period. A trial software license helps you provide these free trials in a proper, legal manner while protecting you from issues like piracy.

 Where Can I Find a Qualified, Experienced Tech Law Attorney in New Jersey?

 If you have been searching for a qualified, experienced tech law attorney in the New Jersey area, look no further than John P. O’Brien, Attorney at Law, LLC. We can help you with all of the examples mentioned above and many others. Book your consultation, and we can discuss your unique tech legal issues in more detail. From there, we can get started with a solid action plan to address your unique needs. Reach out today to get started.

About The Author

John P. O'Brien
John O’Brien is an Attorney at Law with 30+ years of legal technology experience. John helps companies of all sizes develop, negotiate and modify consulting contracts, licenses, SOWs HR agreements and other business related financial transactions. John specializes in software subscription models, financial based cloud offerings, and capacity on demand offerings all built around a client's IT consumption patterns and budgetary constraints. He has helped software developers transition their business from the on-premise end user license model to a hosted SaaS environment; helped software develop productize their application and represented clients in many inbound SaaS negotiations. John has developed, implemented and supported vendor lease/finance programs at several vendors. Please contact John for a free consultation if you or the organization you work for is tired of trying to develop, negotiate and/or modify contracts and tech agreements of any type.

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I am a legal professional specialized in helping companies of all sizes develop, negotiate and/or modify consulting contracts, licenses (in-bound or out-both), SOWs, HR agreements and other business related financial transactions. This experience provides a powerful resource in navigating the challenges tech companies and tech consumers face in growing their business, managing their risks and maximizing their profits.

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