Pedersen & Company PLLC - Boise, ID

Engineering-Based Intellectual Property Protection

Pedersen & Company PLLC is a specialized law firm in Boise, Idaho, dedicated exclusively to the practice of Intellectual Property (IP) law. Founded in 1994 by Ken J. Pedersen, the firm brings a unique and powerful advantage to its clients: a deep technical background. The attorneys at Pedersen & Company are not just legal experts; they are also engineers and scientists. This dual expertise allows them to truly understand the complex technologies their clients invent, ensuring that patents and protections are robust, accurate, and commercially viable. Whether you are an independent inventor with a 'lightbulb moment' or a corporation with a large R&D department, Pedersen & Company speaks your language.

Comprehensive IP Services

The firm handles all aspects of protecting ideas, brands, and creative works.

• Patent Prosecution: The core of the firm's practice. They prepare and prosecute patent applications in the U.S. and internationally. Their technical expertise covers chemical, mechanical, electrical, and process engineering fields.
• Trademark Registration: helping businesses select and protect strong brand names, logos, and slogans, and defending them against infringement.
• Copyrights: Registering and enforcing copyrights for creative works, software, and artistic endeavors.
• Licensing and Contracts: Drafting agreements that allow clients to monetize their IP through licensing, joint ventures, and development deals.
• IP Litigation: Representing clients in federal and state courts when their intellectual property rights are violated.

The Technical Edge

Managing Attorney Ken Pedersen holds a degree in Engineering Science and worked as a chemical engineer in the petroleum industry before becoming an attorney. Barbara Schaefer Pedersen also brings an engineering background to the table. This 'real-world' industrial experience means they understand the practicalities of manufacturing, design, and project economics. They don't just write patents; they craft strategic assets that align with a client's business goals. The firm has successfully issued nearly 500 U.S. patents for clients ranging from universities to startup entrepreneurs.

North Boise Location

The firm is located in a quiet, accessible part of the city, away from the downtown bustle.
Address: 1410 N 28th St, Boise, ID 83703.
Building: The office is situated in a converted residential-style building in the Sunset Neighborhood, just north of State Street. This low-key, professional setting provides privacy and comfort for clients.
Parking: There is complimentary on-site parking available in the driveway and plenty of free street parking immediately in front of the office.
Public Transit: The location is well-served by public transportation, with stops for Route 9 (State Street) located just a short walk away at the intersection of 28th and State.

Global Reach, Local Service

While based in Boise, Pedersen & Company operates on a global scale, maintaining a network of associates around the world to secure foreign IP rights. Yet, they maintain the personal connection of a small firm, ensuring that every client works directly with experienced professionals.

We help you run with your idea before it runs away with you. Integrating engineering expertise with legal strategy.