Global IP Net was originally named Computer Software Associates, Inc. which was established in 1980. The company specializes in developing legal software, primarily for Intellectual Property practitioners. 

Early systems developed included billing, accounting and docketing software for use on mini-computers. These systems gave the company a reputation for reliable, user-friendly software.

After the Windows revolution and the release of Windows development technology, the GLOBAL IP ESTIMATOR program was created, and became available in October 1995. While the software itself was new, the database and structure of the program were based on the wealth of information and expertise accumulated over the years.

The company now concentrates on maintaining and enhancing GLOBAL IP ESTIMATOR. Other software programs are no longer marketed.

Anthony de Andrade, the  founder of the company and lead developer of GLOBAL IP ESTIMATOR, has won prizes in Mathematics from the University of Bombay, India, and holds a M.S. degree from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology.