Protect the ideas behind your business.
Confirm ownership and territorial coverage before relying on a registration or threatening proceedings. National, EU and international filing routes provide different rights and procedures. A commercial review should also trace employee and contractor contributions, licences and confidentiality arrangements; a company’s possession of a file does not necessarily establish ownership.
How we can help
- Clearance, filing and portfolio strategy
- Licensing, assignments and collaboration
- Infringement and trade-secret disputes
What to prepare
- Existing registrations and evidence of use
- Creator, employee and assignment agreements
- Technical descriptions and disputed materials
Start with the relevant jurisdiction
Choose the country guide below for the local legal context, selected legislation and practical steps. The governing law, forum and professional requirements are established for each engagement; one European template may not resolve every national issue.
These guides provide general legal information. The operative law, deadlines, professional permissions and scope of work are confirmed for the particular matter. Representation is arranged through appropriately authorised local practitioners.