Parsippany, NJ - Daniel A. Scola, Jr., Managing Partner, Hoffmann & Baron, LLP, was recently a guest on the “Good Neighbor Podcast”. Along with Host Garfield Bowen, Scola discussed the importance of protecting intellectual property assets for both businesses and entrepreneurs.

Scola discussed the misconceptions most people have when sharing their ideas. “The one mistake that people make is they come up with an idea and they think, ‘I should run this by other people to see if they think it’s a good idea.’ They disclose their idea or invention, etc., without having a confidentiality agreement in place. By then, it’s too late to protect.”

Additionally, Scola spoke about an area of law that is not taught but rather learned with experience – the art of building connections with people before you ask them for business. He stressed the importance of communication when trying to approach future clients. “The more contact you have with someone, the more trust you build, and the more you know about each other helps both of you form a relationship which often leads to business. This is a skill not taught in law school.”

To listen to the episode, please click here: https://bit.ly/442S33N For more information on Hoffmann & Baron, LLP, please visit https://www.hbiplaw.com/

ABOUT DAN SCOLA:
Daniel A. Scola, Jr. is the managing partner of Hoffmann & Baron, LLP, and also manages the chemical, pharmaceutical/biochemical and medical device practice group in the New Jersey office. He has extensive experience in polymers, pharmaceuticals and medical devices. He specializes in building IP portfolios and designing strategies to protect and enhance company value. Previously, he was Counsel, patents, and trademarks as well as Assistant Corporate Secretary at The Warner-Lambert Co. and Intellectual Property Attorney at Loctite Corporation. Prior to earning his law degree, Scola was an adhesive and composite-materials engineer at the Pratt & Whitney Division of United Technologies.

Moreover, Dan is a contributing author in the recently published, BE THAT LAWYER: 101 Top Rainmakers’ Secrets to Growing a Successful Law Practice. The book features 101 legal pros who share visionary insights into business development, mindset, and success. The book offers actionable tips for attorneys looking to start or grow their practice.

In his chapter, “Beyond The Pitch,’ Scola discussed his extraordinary journey to managing partner. He stated, “Most attorneys start at a firm and move in-house, whereas I was in-house counsel before entering private practice. This unusual trajectory shaped my understanding of a client's needs and fueled my commitment to truly understand the business side of law.”

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ABOUT HOFFMANN & BARON, LLP:
Hoffmann & Baron is a full-service law firm specializing in all areas of intellectual property, both domestically and internationally. For almost four decades, the practice has become known for its unparalleled ability to protect and transform ideas into assets.

With an entrepreneurial spirit, not usually seen in the legal industry, the firm attracts world class attorneys. Hoffmann & Baron is one of the few firms in the country to use a hybrid model to successfully meld its business side with its technical.

Hoffmann & Baron, LLP provides the most cost-effective approach to achieve the best favorable outcome for the client. Commercial success, efficiency and discipline are their guides. Established in 1984 by co-founders Charles R. Hoffmann and Ronald J. Baron, the firm has offices in New York, New Jersey and Washington, D.C. The firm is proud to serve clients around the globe in all scientific and engineering fields.

ABOUT THE GOOD NEIGHBOR PODCAST:
What began during the COVID shutdown has grown into a nationwide movement celebrating small businesses. Good Neighbor Podcast brings together local podcasters from across the country to spotlight the entrepreneurs, professionals, and business owners who power their communities. Small business is the heart of every neighborhood—and they share their stories.
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