Doug McQueenof the LeClairRyan Law Firm
Newark, New Jersey
Legal Considerations for UAV Entrepreneurs
Hiring an Attorney?
Why hire an attorney?When to hire an attorney?Don’t wait until you have a
problem!
Initial TransactionalBusiness FormationAcquisition / Divestiture
o Due DiligenceFinancing
o Venture Capitalo Loans vs. Investment
Ongoing Transactional
Contracts:o Leases on equipment and real propertyo Purchaser/Supplier contractso Service Contractso Government Contracts
Intellectual Property
PROTECTING THE FRUITS OF YOUR LABOR!Patents, Copyrights, TrademarksLicensing AgreementsFranchising
InsuranceInsurers WANT to underwrite this industryDeveloping a “risk profile”Need to understand:
o Nature of the regulationso Types of operations
Regulatory ComplianceDeveloping UAV Regulations
o FAA / DOT ComplianceInternational Trade in Arms RegulationsForeign Corrupt Practices Act
Risk Assessment / Safety ConsultingSafety Training / SMS RequirementsSafety AuditingGovernment Contract obligations
Litigation
Personal Injury / Property DamageProduct Liability / Warranty ClaimsContract DisputesIntellectual Property Infringements
Questions?
22 offices in multiple states, including California
www.LeClairRyan.com973-491-3514