What Martensen IP does

Martensen IP is a Colorado Springs-based intellectual property law firm operating as Michael Martensen, P.C., focused on the intersection of IP law and federal contracting. The firm delivers a full suite of IP services including IP strategy, patent preparation and prosecution (including global filings), trademark and copyright registration, trade secret protection, IP licensing, IP enforcement and litigation, IP due diligence, and general counsel services. Its distinguishing niche is government contracting IP — SBIR/STTR data rights, FAR/DFARS compliance, TABA funds, and patent rights in federal acquisitions — supported by attorney backgrounds that include military service, engineering degrees, and MBAs, plus SBA Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned certification.

The firm serves enterprise and growth-stage clients across aerospace, defense, robotics, energy, and government technology. Representative matters include supporting patent prosecution for ICON Aircraft and 5D Robotics, guiding IP strategy for Nuvia's $1.4B acquisition by Qualcomm, and assisting Parsons Corporation on a $185M U.S. Space Force contract expansion. Practice operations are delivered nationwide from a single Colorado Springs office through remote engagement, supported by PatSnap patent analytics tooling and an inbound marketing engine of blog articles, webinars, white papers, and published case studies.

The business model is fee-for-service professional services: hourly billing, fixed fees for defined engagements, and ongoing retainer relationships, with no publicly disclosed pricing. The firm is privately held under founder ownership with no external funding, ~7 total staff, and active operations as of 2026.

Name

Martensen IP

Legal name

Michael Martensen, P. C.

Website

https://martensenip.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2010

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Martensen IP is a Colorado Springs-based intellectual property law firm serving government contractors, defense/aerospace firms, and technology companies nationwide, with particular specialization in SBIR/STTR data rights, FAR/DFARS compliance, and global patent prosecution.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Intellectual Property Legal Services

akta.pro primary industry

Intellectual Property (IP) Law (BPAHAAAF)

akta.pro secondary industries

Trade Secret Protection & IP Strategy (BPAHAMAD), IP Filing, Annuities & Renewals Administration (BPAHAMAJ), IP Due Diligence & Freedom-to-Operate (FTO) Analysis (BPAHAMAG), IP Litigation & Dispute Resolution (BPAHAMAE), IP Compliance, Anti-Counterfeiting & Enforcement (BPAHAMAK)

Keywords

• Intellectual property law
• Patent prosecution
• Trademark registration
• Government contracting IP
• IP enforcement litigation

Headquarters

HQ city

Colorado Springs

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Legal Services - IP Counseling and Representation: Fee-for-service legal representation including patent preparation and prosecution, IP strategy consulting, government contracting IP guidance, IP due diligence, litigation support, and licensing contracts. Revenue is generated through hourly billing, fixed-fee arrangements for specific services, and ongoing retainer relationships with clients.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Martensen IP is a specialized intellectual property law firm that provides legal counsel and representation across the full IP lifecycle, including patent preparation and prosecution, trademark and copyright registration, trade secret protection, IP licensing, IP due diligence, IP enforcement and litigation, and general counsel services. Its core differentiator is deep expertise at the intersection of IP law and government contracting, particularly SBIR/STTR data rights, FAR/DFARS compliance, TABA funds, and defense/aerospace IP strategy, serving clients nationwide from its Colorado Springs headquarters.

Product overview

Martensen IP is an intellectual property law firm offering a comprehensive suite of legal services rather than a software product platform. The firm's services include IP Strategy, Patent Rights (preparation and prosecution), Trademark Registration & Protection, Copyright Registration, Trade Secret Protection, IP Enforcement & Litigation, IP Licensing Contracts, IP Due Diligence Review, Government IP Concerns (including SBIR/STTR), General Counsel Services, and TABA Funds services. These services work together as an integrated legal practice where attorneys provide strategic counsel across the full IP lifecycle—from initial protection and registration through enforcement, litigation, and commercialization. The firm specializes in government contracting IP concerns, particularly SBIR data rights and defense contractor matters.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• IP Strategy Comprehensive intellectual property strategic planning services that help businesses secure and maximize the value of their IP portfolios, aligning IP strategy with business growth objectives.
• Patent Rights Services Patent prosecution, preparation, and global prosecution services covering utility patents, design patents, and plant patents, including preparation and prosecution of patent applications worldwide.
• Trademark Registration & Protection Trademark registration, monitoring, and enforcement services to protect brand identity, including federal and state trademark filings.
• Copyright Registration Copyright registration and enforcement services for creative works, software code, technical documentation, and other copyrighted materials.
• Trade Secret Protection Trade secret protection services including confidentiality agreements, non-compete agreements, non-disclosure agreements, and internal security protocol development.
• IP Enforcement & Litigation IP enforcement and litigation services to protect client rights against infringement, including federal court representation in patent, trademark, and copyright disputes.
• IP Licensing Contracts Licensing contract services for intellectual property and software, including technology transfer agreements and commercialization strategies.
• IP Due Diligence Review Due diligence review services for mergers, acquisitions, and investments involving intellectual property assets.
• Government IP Concerns Specialized legal services for government contractors addressing FAR/DFARS compliance, SBIR/STTR data rights, and IP concerns in federal contracting.
• General Counsel Services Ongoing legal counsel services for businesses requiring integrated intellectual property legal guidance within broader business strategy.
• TABA Funds Services Legal services related to Technical and Business Assistance (TABA) funds in government contracting contexts.
• SBIR Phase III IP Strategy Strategic guidance for Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) programs covering patents, data rights, and IP protection for Phase III government contracting procurement.

Named customers11 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Scale indicators1 record

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Market position

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks2 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/MartensenIP

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles6 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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