Patents & utility models

How to protect your invention

To protect your invention from imitators, you need appropriate patents or utility models. When preparing the application, it is important to emphasize the essential core of your invention and to formulate all technical features precisely.

Our services:

If desired, our patent attorneys will conduct relevant prior art searches

Drafting, filing and prosecution of utility model applications

Drafting, filing and prosecution of German, European and international patent applications under the PCT

Nationalization and regionalization of international patent applications

Representation of European patents in Germany and organization of representation in other European countries

Conducting opposition proceedings against German and European patents

Representation in revocation proceedings before the Federal Patent Court and the Unified Patent Court

Representation abroad through our network of foreign associates

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The patent application process

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First, we may carry out a comprehensive search to assess whether your invention is patentable.
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Our patent attorneys then prepare a detailed application text for your invention.
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We file your patent application with the appropriate patent office.
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The patent office examines your application for patentability.
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We assist you throughout the prosecution of your patent application to ensure full protection of your invention.
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Once the patent has been granted, we defend your patent in any potential opposition proceedings.

Practical tips for your patent application

Maintain confidentiality:

Avoid disclosing your invention to third parties prior to filing.

International considerations:

Consider filing an international patent application to obtain worldwide protection for your invention.

Expert support:

Leverage our expertise as experienced patent attorneys to properly prepare and file your patent.

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