Investors in this round included Buoyant Ventures, Constellation Technology Ventures and MassMutual Ventures’ Climate Tech Fund.
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A Corporate Law Firm Supporting Entrepreneurs
A legal advisor can be a strategic partner to help avoid possible minefields and set up a startup for success.
Big Tech and IP: Google, Twitter, Trademarks and Patents
Lessons abound when it comes to intellectual property cases involving big names in tech.
Copyright Infringement Insights: Ed Sheeran and Getty Images
IP in the news: Our IP attorney provides insights on copyright infringement cases involving Ed Sheeran’s music and Getty Images.
Trademark Troubles for the Washington Football Team
IP News: Likelihood of confusion over the “Commanders” name results in a refusal of the Washington team’s trademark application.
Summer Social on the Road: Baltimore
At our third and final Summer Social, we were joined by many adorable furry faces!
$3M Seed Funding for Nemphos Braue Client EDAC Labs
Congratulations to Nemphos Braue client EDAC Labs on its seed-round funding, which will be used to scale up its unique carbon removal technology.
New IP Resources Added
From trademarks and trade secrets to copyrights, patents and licensing, our expert attorneys provide legal counsel and guidance on IP matters.
Get Funded: George Nemphos Joins Panel for BBJ Event
Panelists shared insights on what entrepreneurs can do to best position their companies for raising capital.
Summer Social on the Road: Columbia
Our summer event series continued with a great night at a Howard County brewery.
Jack Daniel’s and Bad Spaniels: When Parody Becomes Costly
VIP Products introduced a squeaky, chewable dog toy designed to look like a bottle of Jack Daniel’s whiskey. The Supreme Court has weighed in.
Should AI be Recognized as an Inventor on Patents?
The intersection of artificial intelligence (AI) and intellectual property raises many legal questions – and the answers aren’t yet clearly defined.
How a Service Company can Spin-off a Product Company
Nemphos Braue has recently helped multiple service-company clients spin-off product companies, and Managing Member George Nemphos provided insights and examples in a recent article for the Baltimore Business Journal’s Maryland Inno.
The Unitary Patent is Coming to Europe June 1, 2023 – Are You Ready?
The UPCA affects the patent rights of ALL patent owners with patents granted by the European Patent Office (EPO) and patent applicants with pending applications in the EPO. If you are a current EP patent owner, the time to act is NOW.
Nemphos Braue Elevates Attorney Lauren Ziegler to Member
Recognized for contributions to the firm founded by George Nemphos and Tim Braue, Nemphos Braue LLC is proud to announce that attorney Lauren Ziegler has been promoted to member at the firm. Read the press release.
JBiz Entrepreneur Interview: UNION Craft Brewery
It’s happy hour! Learn more about UNION Craft Brewing’s Adam Benesch and Jon Zerivitz in this interview for JBiz.
George Nemphos Interviews Healthibod CEO Bill Albright
Ready to recharge your health? In partnership with CItyBiz, learn more about Healthibod, a startup focused on maintaining and improving one’s health, well-being and quality of life.
Lauren Ziegler Interviews Sunairio CEO Rob Cirincione
Sunairio’s work in the area of weather intelligence is a game changer for the renewable energy industry.
Lessons We’ve Learned From Entrepreneurs
So often, the focus is on how a service provider helps its clients. In truth, we’ve learned a lot by working with entrepreneurs.
Nemphos Braue Represents Kognitiv, Inc. in the Product Company Spin-off of Rooster, Inc.
Based in Newton, Mass., Kognitiv offers Workday consulting and professional support to help clients bridge the gap from implementation to enhancement.
Bark Social Coming to Columbia, Md.
NB Law Client Bark Social recently announced plans for its third Maryland location, coming soon to Columbia across from Merriweather Post Pavilion.
NB Law Client InventWood Receives $20M DOE Grant
InventWood has created a game-changing wood material that is 60% stronger than construction grade steel but 80% lighter, much less expensive, and far more sustainable.
Michael Antone to Host IP Webinar
Join us for an upcoming webinar: The Entrepreneur’s Guide to Intellectual Property – Trademarks, Copyrights, Patents and More.
Intellectual Property Trivia
Think you know IP? Test your intellectual property knowledge with IP trivia and interesting tidbits about copyrights, trademarks, patents and more.
Jmore 2022 Innovation in Healthcare Event
Nemphos Braue was proud to help celebrate incredible accomplishments and advancements in an area that matters to each and every one of us – healthcare.
Helping Founders Flourish at Baltimore Innovation Week
In an “ask me anything” panel, George Nemphos shared legal insights for startups, and multiple investors provided honest feedback on what they’re looking for in a company.
Bocce Ball! Women’s Networking Event
Bocce anyone? We hosted an awesome group of women for a Bocce Ball lesson, networking and fun!
Celebrating our 5+1 Anniversary
What a fantastic night! We are grateful to all those who joined us and who have supported us in achieving this milestone. See the photos!
A Timeline to Celebrate our 5+1 Anniversary
From multiple awards, events, and deals, to new hires, construction, expansion and growth, we’re proud to celebrate MORE than just our anniversary. View a timeline of our first 6 years!
Michael Antone Shares IP Info for Entrepreneurs
In launching your business, imagine having all your hard work mitigated by one misstep – not protecting your intellectual property. Michael Antone’s recent article in Maryland Inno provides important info for entrepreneurs.
A Special 5+1 Anniversary Celebration
Six years ago, George Nemphos and Tim Braue launched Nemphos Braue and Old Line Government Affairs. In honor of this special occasion, we’re hosting a very special 5+1 Anniversary Event!
Nemphos Braue to Host Event at Baltimore Innovation Week
The workshop titled “Helping Founders Flourish and Raise Millions” will feature multiple speakers including George Nemphos.
Good (Dog) News: Client Bark Social Expands to West Coast
The social club for dogs (and their humans) will open a location on the LA Waterfront in San Pedro, California.
It’s All Business – Jmore Event Recap
Nemphos Braue sponsored the recent Jmore JBiz event, It’s All Business. Here’s a recap with key takeaways from the speakers.
City Biz: George Nemphos Interviews Bark Social Co-Founders
Dive deeper into Jeff and Luke’s entrepreneurial journey by watching their full interview with George Nemphos as part of the City Biz series.
Recap of the 2022 Smart Business Dealmakers Conference
The 2nd annual Smart Business Dealmakers Conference in Baltimore brought together local like-minded dealmakers to spur relationships and conversation regarding the M&A marketplace.
Clients Receive 2022 Dealmakers of the Year Award
Smart Business Dealmakers of the Year Awards were recently presented to our clients Bark Social, Youreka and Calvert Street Capital Partners.
“In the Room” Panel of Attorneys Features George Nemphos
George Nemphos served as a panelist for the Baltimore Business Journal’s “In the Room” event, sharing analysis and insights about what he’s seeing in the current marketplace of corporate and transactional law.
NB Law to Sponsor Dealmakers Event in June
The Dealmakers conference on June 8 will feature panels, networking and discussions with entrepreneurs, investors and advisers.
Congrats to NB Law Clients on FIRE!
Three entrepreneur clients have been honored with 2022 Inno Fire Awards from Maryland Inno and the Baltimore Business Journal.
JBiz Entrepreneur: Interview with Window Nation Co-Founder
Taking what they learned from their father, entrepreneurs and brothers Aaron and Harley Magden founded Window Nation and are now expanding to other cities around the country.
NB Law Client SealingTech on Acquisition Success
CEO Ed Sealing shares how working with Nemphos Braue made the acquisition process a smooth and easy one.
Meet the Co-Owners of National Lumber, a 100-Year-Old Family Business
As part of Jmore’s JBiz interview series, meet the co-owners of National Lumber, a business with a strong legacy in Maryland.
What to do BEFORE the Acquisition
Providing insights and perspective from the deal-making frontlines, Bill Lenihan, Industry Leader at Hartman Executive Advisors, and George Nemphos, Co-Founder and Managing Member of Nemphos Braue, offered up details on what they’re seeing in the red-hot acquisition marketplace.
Good News for NB Law Client Bark Social
Press Release: Bark Social Closes New Round of Funding, Plans to Expand East Coast Presence to Multiple Cities
Bill Huber Shares Insights into the Legalization of Marijuana in Maryland
The question is no longer “if” cannabis will be legal for adult use nationally; the question is “when?” And how will cannabis be legalized in Maryland?
JBiz Interview with Automotive Entrepreneur Jimmy Berg
Watch the latest installment of the JBiz Entrepreneur Interview series featuring auto industry entrepreneur Jimmy Berg.
Telehealth News Roundup – January 2022
As Nemphos Braue continues to support clients in the telehealth industry, the topic continues to make headlines — not only in the throes of a pandemic, but also as technology meets patients where they are.
Nemphos Braue Adds Intellectual Property Attorney Michael Antone
Addressing the increased demand for intellectual property (IP) services, Nemphos Braue LLC announces the newest addition to its law firm – U.S. Registered Patent Attorney Michael Antone.
Top 5 Ways NOT to Screw Up 2022
From Co-Founder George Nemphos, here’s some advice on what you should resolve NOT to do in the coming year.
Video Case Studies
What does it mean to work with Nemphos Braue? Hear directly from our clients in two video case studies.
Tax Credit for Investors in Maryland Tech Startups
Looking to invest in a Maryland-based technology startup? Investors can now earn a tax credit worth up to 50% of the investment.
Gratitude to Our Clients: Article by George Nemphos
Here are 5 key lessons learned through working with entrepreneurs. What’s #1? Hint: it has less to do with the law and more about building relationships.
Webinar: Maryland’s Minority Business Enterprise Program
Becoming certified with the Minority Business Enterprise program could open up new revenue streams. Learn more in an exclusive webinar from Old Line Government Affairs.
“Yappy Hour” at Bark Social
Tails were wagging and champagne was flowing as our guests enjoyed “Yappy Hour” at Bark Social, a client of Nemphos Braue.
5 Takeaways from the Jmore Innovation in Healthcare Event
Panelists at Jmore’s 3rd annual Innovation in Health Care event shared challenges and inspiring stories.
Welcome Corporate Associate J. Teigen Hall
Nemphos Braue LLC, which recently celebrated its 5th anniversary, continues to add big law experience to its boutique and client-focused corporate and business law firm with the addition of Corporate Associate J. Teigen Hall.
Economic Herd Immunity – Maryland Inno
Read about economic herd immunity in this recent article by George Nemphos in Maryland Inno, a new section in the Baltimore Business Journal focused on innovation and startups.
Cybersecurity in Maryland
Startups in cybersecurity are red-hot right now, and investors are pouring money into them by the billions. With valuations sky-high compared to recent years, cybersecurity companies are on track to raise more than double the amount from 2020.
Celebrating Entrepreneurs with JBiz
Jmore’s upcoming JBiz event on June 15, sponsored by Nemphos Braue, will celebrate innovators and entrepreneurs in Maryland and highlight their journeys.
George Nemphos Named to Who’s Who in Law 2021
Congratulations to our very own George Nemphos, recognized as a Who’s Who in Law 2021 by the Baltimore Business Journal and highlighted for his work with entrepreneurs.
JBiz Entrepreneur Series Features Jonathan Ehrenfeld of Blue Ocean
From selling soda cans and other items at school during his youth, to now leading eight companies simultaneously, learn about Blue Ocean President Jonathan Ehrenfeld, his entrepreneurial path, his company’s growing portfolio, and new sports projects underway.
Deadline Approaching: Maryland Business Innovation Challenge
The MBIA initiative unites Maryland’s innovation and corporate communities to solve real-time business challenges. Topics include quantum computing, hybrid work environments and healthcare equity.
Upcoming Webinars: The Maryland Business Innovation Challenge
We are proud sponsors of the Maryland Business Innovation Challenge (MDBIC), an initiative from the Maryland Business Innovation Association and the Maryland Department of Commerce, designed to bring together the state’s corporate community with local innovators to solve real-time business challenges.
JMore’s JBiz Entrepreneur Series
Nemphos Braue is proud to sponsor JMore’s JBiz Entrepreneur Series. The series features interviews with accomplished entrepreneurs throughout the greater Baltimore region. Learn more about our entrepreneurs and emerging companies practice.The first episode features...
JBiz Entrepreneur Series Features Evan Lutz of Hungry Harvest
In the first episode of the 2020 series, sponsored by Nemphos Braue, JMore’s Gary Stein interviews Evan Lutz, CEO and Co-Founder of Hungry Harvest.
How Old Line Helped an IT Company Defend, Win and Succeed in State Procurement
CASE STUDY: Old Line Government Affairs Helps Maryland-Based IT Company Defend, Win and Succeed in the State Procurement Process SERVICES PROVIDED: Navigating the state’s procurement process Protecting a company’s hard-won state contract Uncovering additional award...
Startup Law Series: Understanding Entity Formation
We have a soft spot for entrepreneurs at Nemphos Braue. Our founding members left some of the largest law firms in the world to build our firm in a way that allows us to be strategic partners to emerging companies to help them grow, rather than just be another...
Technical.ly Baltimore: Long-term Growth for Founders
Technical.ly Baltimore recently shared the story of our work with Alessandro Vitale to structure his start-up Awayk Health to compete in the sleep apnea market. "As a veteran entrepreneur, Vitale knew that he’d need an experienced legal advisor to help him build a...
NB Sponsors Jmore’s New Health Innovation Video Series
Nemphos Braue is proud to sponsor Jmore Media's latest video series which focuses on health innovation in the Baltimore area. The first interview of the series features Max & Steven's, a Baltimore-based manufacturer of premium hemp extracts. Max & Steven's...
F3 Tech Saltwater Symposium
On November 22, F3Tech hosted a symposium in Annapolis entitled Responding to Saltwater Intrusion and its Impact on Agriculture. The symposium, for which Nemphos Braue was a sponsor, featured panels and speakers including private and public researchers and innovators...
Helping Entrepreneurs – Technical.ly
Recently, Technical.ly Baltimore wrote an article about our work with Jeff Kurtzman, co-founder of Better World Books and new start-up, Bark Social. The article shared the myriad challenges he faced in raising capital and working with a former attorney. Our Founding...
A Legal Team with an Entrepreneurial Spirit
Recently, I-95 Magazine featured our firm and highlighted our work with entrepreneurs. “There’s always been a desire and drive to innovate, to do something new and attract new talent to Maryland. The marketplace really is looking to develop the next thing yet stay...
How to Avoid Mistakes When Building Your Business From the Ground Up
Our founding partner, George Nemphos, was recently featured in an article for Technical.ly about his role in supporting entrepreneurs. In the article, he shares common mistakes and ways to avoid them when building a business from the ground up. "His approach to...
Join Us for Baltimore Innovation Week!
Join us for Baltimore Innovation Week (BIW) October 5-11, 2019. There are dozens of events happening that highlight the incredible new technologies, products and innovative solutions coming out of Baltimore, and opportunities to meet the engineers, developers and...
Technical.ly: Guiding Startups Along The New Business Learning Curve
Recently, Technical.ly Baltimore featured our work with Amalgam. "Nemphos Braue has put its guiding principle to work with client Amalgam RX, which builds software to help patients and doctors manage chronic disease. 'Our goal at Amalgam is to help people get as...
Nemphos Braue Sponsors New Jmore JBiz Entrepreneur Series
Nemphos Braue is proud to sponsor the new JBiz Entrepreneur Series by Jmore. The series includes video and events highlighting the experiences and success stories of Baltimore entrepreneurs from a variety of industries. Founding Partner George Nemphos is the first of...
