In a notable development for both local business and historical preservation, The Patent Baron, a boutique intellectual property law firm, has announced its relocation to the historic McPherson Mansion in Howell, Michigan. This move, which took place as part of the firm’s brand expansion initiative, underscores the company’s commitment to community reinvestment and historical preservation.
The Patent Baron, specializing in intellectual property protection, has been assisting clients with trademark registration, trade secret protection, copyright licensing, and infringement litigation for over two decades. The firm’s founder and lead attorney, J. Baron Lesperance, emphasized the significance of the move, stating, ‘As a local law firm, we believe in reinvesting in our community. Preserving the historic McPherson Mansion is important to remembering the history of Howell, and as professional tenants in the building, we’re doing our part to help maintain this iconic building.’
The McPherson Mansion, built in 1915, holds a special place in Howell’s history. Originally the home of prominent local businessman Robert Bruce McPherson, the property was once a mint farm for perfumeries and is said to still retain a faint scent of mint. The mansion is steeped in local lore, with many Howell residents claiming it to be haunted and tales of buried treasure, including silver dollars from the 1700s, said to be hidden in the property’s pond.
The relocation of The Patent Baron to this historic site serves multiple purposes. It provides the growing firm with new professional offices while contributing to the preservation of a significant local landmark. This move aligns with the firm’s ethos of fostering creativity and innovation, mirroring their work in protecting inventors’ rights and intellectual property.
The official ribbon-cutting ceremony, held on November 12, 2024, was attended by approximately 40 people, including members of the Hartland, Huron Valley, and Howell Chambers of Commerce. Attendees were given a comprehensive tour of the mansion, including its reportedly haunted areas, offering a unique blend of professional networking and local history education.
As Howell intellectual property protection attorneys, The Patent Baron team brings extensive experience to their new location. Their services encompass registering inventions, protecting lines of code, safeguarding logos and branding initiatives, and defending works of art. The firm’s founder, Mr. Lesperance, brings a personal understanding to the value of intellectual property, being an inventor and patent holder himself.
This relocation represents more than just a change of address for The Patent Baron. It symbolizes a commitment to preserving local heritage while providing cutting-edge legal services in intellectual property protection. The move to the McPherson Mansion positions the firm at the intersection of Howell’s rich history and its future as a hub for innovation and creativity.
The Patent Baron’s new office in the McPherson Mansion is now fully operational, with the firm ready to continue its mission of protecting intellectual property rights from this historic location. This unique setting not only provides a distinctive professional environment but also contributes to the ongoing preservation and utilization of one of Howell’s most iconic buildings.
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