Heather Meeker

Heather Meeker

July 23, 2020 | The Recorder

Practicing Law the 'Open Source' Way

"Generosity and a collaborative mindset are 'open source' values that can help lawyers not only achieve their goals, but also provide career satisfaction and the highest levels of client service," says Heather Meeker, a partner in O'Melveny & Myers' Silicon Valley office.

By Heather Meeker

7 minute read

April 30, 1999 | Law.com

Choosing Indemnification Provisions

During negotiations for a software licensing agreement, the issue of the licensee's indemnification is too often overlooked. This short paper examines the subtle -- and critical -- distinction between "defend and settle" and "indemnification."

By Lisa Green and Heather Meeker

4 minute read

July 26, 1999 | Law.com

Open Software Licenses

The open source movement is one of the most important changes in software licensing in recent years. What does open source mean to your client's bottom line? A good way to understand the rights and obligations that come with joining the open source community is to examine one frequently used open source license, the GNU Public License. This paper explains the basics.

By Lisa Green and Heather Meeker

10 minute read

September 20, 2001 | Law.com

Helping Your Software Client Transform Into an Application Service Provider

Today, many software vendors are undergoing a transformation. Motivated by technological developments, many software licensors have been switching to application service provider business models during the last few years. When a software licensor changes into an ASP, several intellectual property and related commercial issues arise. Knowing what they are will help you to prepare your client for the transition.

By Heather Meeker

9 minute read

August 24, 2000 | Law.com

Sample Agreement: Joint Development and Marketing Agreement

By Heather Meeker

19 minute read

October 18, 2000 | Law.com

Sample Agreement: Joint Development and Marketing Agreement

By Heather Meeker

19 minute read

September 21, 2000 | Law.com

Sample Agreement: Web Site Development Agreement

By Heather Meeker

20 minute read