Patents
At Rights and Counsel, we specialize in securing and enforcing patent rights that protect your technical innovations and drive your business growth.
Our Commitment
Professional Integrity: We adhere strictly to the professional codes governing patent attorneys, ensuring confidentiality and ethical handling of all client matters.
Global Representation: Our team is qualified to represent clients before national and international intellectual property offices, including the Pakistan Intellectual Property Organization (IPO-Pakistan), the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO), and the European Patent Office (EPO).
Expert Services
Our experienced patent professionals offer comprehensive services to prepare and draft patent applications in line with global standards and practices. We provide:
Strategic Patent Application Development: Crafting patent strategies that align with your business objectives and budgetary considerations, both domestically and internationally.
Patentability and Freedom-to-Operate Analyses: Conducting thorough prior art searches to assess the novelty of your inventions and ensure freedom to use and exploit them without infringing on existing rights.
Intellectual Property Asset Management: Collaborating with you to develop strategies for maximizing the value and commercial potential of your IP assets.
Contractual Support: Assisting in drafting and negotiating contracts related to the commercialization and licensing of your patented technologies.
Ongoing Support
We provide diligent monitoring and management of your patent applications throughout the examination and grant processes. Our services include:
Application Tracking: Keeping you informed of all developments and communications from patent offices.
Response Strategies: Developing and implementing effective responses to office actions and examination reports.
Maintenance Management: Ensuring your patents remain in force by managing renewals and compliance with jurisdiction-specific requirements.
Enforcement and Defense
Should your patent rights be challenged or infringed upon, we provide robust legal support to defend your interests. Our services include:
Representation in Proceedings: Advocating on your behalf before relevant patent offices and legal bodies.
Litigation Support: Collaborating with specialized intellectual property attorneys to enforce your rights and resolve disputes effectively.