Ask a Patent/Copyright/Trademark Attorney

Have questions about protecting your creative work or invention? This free online session brings together local attorneys who specialize in intellectual property law. They'll walk you through the basics of patents, copyrights, and trademarks—explaining what each one does and how they differ—then stick around to answer whatever's on your mind. Whether you're an inventor, artist, entrepreneur, or just curious about how these protections work, this is a chance to get straightforward answers from legal experts at no cost. The program runs 90 minutes and happens monthly on the first Thursday via Zoom, so you can tune in as often as it's helpful. Toledo is fortunate to have four intellectual property firms contributing their knowledge, which means you'll get solid, professional guidance. The library also provides links to helpful research tools to get you started, including the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office resources, Google Patents, and copyright information. It's open to everyone—no registration required, just show up ready to learn.