Different works qualify for different IP protections — patents for inventions, copyrights for literary or artistic work, trademarks for brand names or logos, and (industrial) designs for aesthetic features. We offer bespoke assessments to help you identify the most appropriate form and forum of protection based on the nature and scope of your requirement.

Yes, we assist with IP protections around the world either through international filing systems administered by the World Intellectual Property Organisation (WIPO), such as the Madrid Protocol for trademarks and the Patent Cooperation Treaty for patents, or through our global network of associate attorneys and agents. We also have associations with foreign IP firms to ensure a seamless global filing strategy tailored to your business goals.

Being a complicated administrative and quasi-judicial proceeding, providing a turnaround time for registration or grant of IPR in India is challenging. However, for a broad level reference purely for indicative purpose, timeframe for each IPR can be assumed as (i) 24-30 months for Trademark; (ii) 36-48 months for Patent; (iii) 10-12 months for Design; and (iv) 6-8 months for Copyright. We also help clients explore options for fast-track and expedited examination wherever available.

We offer comprehensive corporate services, including – (i) Company incorporation and registration; (ii) Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating agreements; (iii) conducting statutory filings and audits; (iv) drafting company policies in adherence to labour, tax, and industry-specific laws; and (v) Periodic IP and legal audits, to ensure complete legal compliance.

Startups typically require assistance with: (i) entity selection and incorporation; (ii) preparing agreements and legal documents, such as Partnership Agreements, LLP Agreements, MoA, AoA, NDAs, and employment agreements; (iii) IP audit and protection strategy; and (iv) company policies. We are well equipped to guide you from ideation to funding.

You can contact us through WhatsApp or Telegram at +91 99711 18702 or email us at saurabh.thukral@gmail.com to book a consultation with us, with relevant information and documents pertaining to your query. We offer both in-person and virtual consultations.