This document provides an overview of how to handle starting up an intellectual property business for a new client. It discusses explaining to the client the need for separate attorneys to handle legal entity formation and intellectual property protection. It also covers asking basic questions about the invention, explaining intellectual property types like patents, trademarks and copyrights, the patenting process including provisional and non-provisional applications, trademark registration, setting up a business entity, licensing agreements, employment issues, and acting as a business counselor by starting with the business name. Contact information is provided for two attorneys, Laurie Young and Royee Vlodaver, who can assist with these matters.