Invention intake
Capture contributors, ownership, technical problem, working principle, embodiments, evidence and any public disclosure.
Process / 01
A clear sequence reduces avoidable filing risk.
Patent and trademark matters follow different legal paths, but both benefit from early fact checking, defined scope, complete instructions and disciplined deadline tracking.
Patent route / 02
From technical disclosure to prosecution.
Exact steps, documents and deadlines depend on the invention, applicant, filing route and decisions of the Patent Office.
Search & position
Review relevant earlier material, distinguish the contribution and decide whether further development or filing is appropriate.
Drafting
Prepare the description, claims, abstract and figure requirements using the disclosed technical substance and agreed strategy.
Review & filing
Resolve inventor comments, verify names and ownership, finalise forms and submit the selected application route.
Publication & examination
Track procedural events, examination requests and official communications according to applicable deadlines.
Response & maintenance
Assess objections, prepare supported responses or hearing work, and track post-grant renewal obligations where applicable.
Trademark route / 03
From proposed mark to registration and renewal.
Search findings do not guarantee acceptance. The registry examines the application and third parties may assert earlier rights.
Mark intake
Confirm the sign, owner, business activity, intended goods or services, current use and any earlier applications.
Clearance search
Review identical and similar marks, relevant classes and practical risks before selecting the filing approach.
Class & filing scope
Define the goods or services carefully and confirm applicant details, use claim and supporting documents.
Application filing
Submit the application and preserve the filing record, acknowledgement and instructions for future changes.
Examination & publication
Review objections if raised, respond within time and monitor publication for third-party opposition.
Registration & renewal
Verify the certificate and scope, monitor use and ownership records, and manage renewal instructions.
Before the first call / 04
Prepare a better starting file.
You do not need a finished legal document. You do need enough factual material to understand the asset and the timeline.
- InventionProblem, solution, components, sequence, alternatives, drawings, test data and disclosure dates.
- TrademarkExact mark, logo file, owner, goods or services, use date and markets.
- Official noticeComplete notice, filing number, history, cited documents and response deadline.
- OwnershipContributor names, employment or assignment documents, and any collaborators or funders.
Next step / 05