Welcome to Ask IP Law

ASK IP LAW solely focuses on protecting your intellectual property rights, including trademarks, patents, and copyrights.

“Our mission is to simplify the legal process and do away with high billable hours.” Aileen Shepherd Kell, Founder & Registered Patent Attorney

Getting started might seem overwhelming. We are here to help you navigate through your legal options to protect your brand, creative works, and inventions. Don’t get stressed about unknown legal fees. Flat rates are available.

We routinely handle infringement matters and aim to reach an early resolution when possible to minimize legal costs.

Our attorneys are located in Southern California and New York. We assist clients throughout the United States, as well as international clients.

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Happy Firm. Happy Clients.

"I’ve worked with Aileen to have a trademark registered with the USPTO. The laws around this trademark and emerging industry are new and controversial. However, Aileen was able to navigate even the toughest interpretations to ultimately land me a trademark that secures and protects my business’s novelty. She is knowledgeable, reliable, and a great communicator with fast responses. I always felt taken care of -she always had things under control. Made the process easy and stress-free. It was seamless from start to finish. She’s trustworthy and experienced. She ensured deadlines were on track, even when I was not. She provided exactly what I needed as a busy entrepreneur. I am so happy that my startup’s logo is finally recognized and protected on a federal level. I cannot thank her enough for making this happen, when others have told me it might not be possible. Thank you Aileen!"

"When I needed to file two trademarks I reached out to Ask IP Law. I couldn't be happier with the work they have done for me. Aileen is always responsive, the work is turned around in a timely manner, and she keeps me updated every step of the way. Any time I have a question, she is there to help. As a small business owner, I not only look at Ask IP Law as another business to help me accomplish my goals, but I see them as a true business partner, helping me to protect and grow my business. Ask IP Law is so great I've recommended them to many friends and I recommend you check them out also!"

"My experience with Aileen was more than I could have hoped for. I have never needed nor used an attorney before. I was intimidated to seek one out to help me copyright and trademark a children's book series. Aileen is responsive and professional in her communication, and her approach was always customer-focused. I did not feel like I was out of the loop, and she did not hesitate to reach out to me to get clarification on what my needs were. I am so grateful to have found such a professional and courteous patent attorney to work with me and guide me through an overwhelming process of creating a children's book series."

"Working with Aileen and JC from ASK IP LAW was very enjoyable and efficient. I was unfamiliar with much of the patenting process since I was a first time filer, however, they explained every detail and walked me through all questions and concerns I had. Their approach was very welcoming and they fully took the time to protect my invention from every angle. I could not be more satisfied and grateful for their work and would highly recommend this firm to everyone. I plan to continue to work with them for all future cases."

"She is really knowledgeable about trademark law. She gave me the pro's and con's to what I had wanted to do, and allowed me to make an informed decision. Thank you so much for helping me to continue being 'My Legal Warrior' for my family law clients in California, New York and D.C."

"Working with Aileen has been so wonderful! She is extremely communicative and always answers my questions with detail, and in a language I can understand. Some attorneys are in a rush, or just gloss over things, but Aileen takes the time to research and respond. She has made the task of obtaining a trademark actually enjoyable!"

"I have had such a great experience working with Aileen! She is extremely knowledgeable and efficient with trademark law, and has saved me a great deal of time and effort. I would highly recommend her and will definitely use her again in the future."

"Last year, I realized a long time dream of starting my own business. A trusted friend recommended ASK IP LAW and I am so glad they did. I received all of the legal guidance I needed to feel confident to as I went through the daunting process of starting out. But beyond all of that, I received all kinds of extra advice and support. One year later, I remain so grateful for our partnership."

I recently had the pleasure of working with Aileen Shepherd from ASK IP LAW to protect my trademark. I received exceptional service with the exact outcome I hoped for. From the initial consultation to the successful completion of the trademark protection process, Aileen proved to be an outstanding IP attorney. She demonstrated a deep understanding of trademark law and the intricacies involved in protecting intellectual property. She took the time to thoroughly explain the entire process, patiently answering all my questions and addressing any concerns I had along the way. I truly felt like I was in capable hands from start to finish. Throughout the entire process, Aileen displayed exceptional communication skills. She promptly responded to all my inquiries, keeping me informed of any updates and milestones. Her professionalism and dedication to client satisfaction were evident in every interaction, making the process seamless and stress-free. The outcome was positive, and I credit it entirely to her skillful guidance and expertise. In conclusion, I wholeheartedly recommend Aileen from ASK IP LAW for anyone seeking an IP attorney. Her in-depth knowledge, attention to detail, and outstanding communication skills make her an invaluable asset. Thank you, Aileen, for your exceptional service and for safeguarding my intellectual property rights.

Great experience! Very responsive, quick and answered all my questions. I was searching for representation on a tight deadline, Aileen was able to assist me and within 24 hours, I had my forms submitted and next steps planned and presented to me. Looking forward to working with ASK IP LAW moving forward for future ideas that I want to protect. Thank you!