PATENT
A patent is a legal right granted for an invention, providing the inventor exclusive control over its use, production, and sale for a specified period, typically 20 years. This protection incentivizes innovation by allowing inventors to benefit commercially from their creations while disallowing others from exploiting the invention without permission. Patents cover a wide array of new and innovative processes and products across critical technical fields, including mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, information and communication technology, artificial intelligence, biotechnology, chemical engineering, materials science, energy technologies, green technology, transportation technologies, robotics, medical engineering, food technology, construction technology, aerospace technology, telecommunications, optics, and automotive technology. The patent system plays a crucial role in promoting technological advancement and economic growth by encouraging inventors to disclose their inventions to the public. Our patent services include:
1. Specification & Claim Drafting
We specialize in drafting both Provisional and Complete (Non-Provisional) patent specifications and claim sets, ensuring comprehensive protection for your inventions.
2. Patent Filing and Prosecution
Our patent filing and prosecution services cover key areas, including:
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Drafting & Filing Applications: Preparation of patent applications and necessary documentation.
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Early Publication & Examination Requests: Filing requests to expedite publication and examination.
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Response to Office Actions: Drafting responses to Office Actions, including compliance with First Examination Reports (FERs) and Second Examination Reports (SERs).
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Show Cause Hearings: Preparing oral and written submissions for hearings called by the Patent Office.
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PCT & Convention Applications: Filing applications under the Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT) and other conventions.
3. Patent Opposition
We are experienced in contesting pre-grant and post-grant oppositions, which involve:
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Drafting and filing petitions.
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Gathering evidence.
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Representing clients in hearings to challenge the validity of patents, potentially preventing their approval.
4. Patent Litigation
Our skilled legal team handles patent litigation in Indian courts, including:
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Appeals against orders from the Indian Patent Office.
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Issues related to patent revocation or restoration.
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Litigation concerning patent infringement.
5. Patent Search & Analytics
We assist clients in evaluating technical and legal documents through various search services:
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Prior Art Search: Analysing existing patents and publications to assess the novelty and non-obviousness of an invention.
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Freedom-to-Operate (FTO) Search: Evaluating whether a product or service can be developed without infringing on existing patents.
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Patent Landscaping: Analysing patent data to identify trends, opportunities, and risks within specific technology areas.
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Patent White-Scaping: Identifying gaps in patent activity to uncover opportunities for new inventions.
Our comprehensive patent services ensure that your intellectual property is well-protected while navigating the complexities of the patent landscape.