Industrial Designs
OVERVIEW
Don’t underestimate the power of design rights – they can an immensely powerful tool for securing a competitive advantage in crowded markets. Our team possesses the requisite legal expertise to secure comprehensive and vigorous protection for the design of clients.
AREAS OF EXPERTISE
Design Search
We conduct an extensive range of searches, from registrability searches to freedom to operate and clearance searches for new products. We identify any similar designs that may pose a challenge to registration and provide an analysis of the legal issues and risks involved.
We believe that informed decisions are the key to successful design-related endeavors, which is why we take great care in conducting thorough searches and assessments.
Design Filing and Registration
Acquiring registered design rights can prove to be a valuable asset for a business. Our comprehensive range of services includes filing applications for design protection and prosecuting design rights in India.
Licensing and Negotiations
As the importance of designs gains recognition, more and more companies are making significant investments in design development and seeking to license popular designs from the market. At our firm, our attorneys possess extensive experience in advising clients from valuations to negotiating and drafting necessary agreements or assignments. Our clients trust us for providing the necessary expertise and guidance to maximize the value of designs and capitalize on their commercial potential.
Designs and Enforcement Actions
In the event of a dispute concerning design rights, our team of multidisciplinary experts comprising design specialists and lawyers provides comprehensive support. We possess an in-depth technical understanding of design laws, enabling us to construct a precise and compelling argument to protect commercial interests in the design.
Cancellation Proceedings
We offer expert opinions on design validity and, filing requests for cancellation proceedings to remove any conflicting third-party designs from the Register. We keep a watchful eye on published designs to ensure that our client’s interests are protected at all times.