Basics of patent law
Patent law protects technical inventions that are new, inventive and commercially applicable. Protection is obtained by formally applying to the German Patent and Trade Mark Office (DPMA) or the European Patent Office (EPO). If the application is accepted after examination, you receive exclusive rights that allow you to control the use and exploitation of your innovation and prevent imitations.
Patent application and examination procedure
Registering a patent requires a careful and detailed description of your invention. Our specialized attorneys-at-law and patent attorneys will help you to professionally manage the entire registration process. A precise description of the technical features is crucial to maximize the chances of success in the examination procedure and to achieve robust patent protection.
Exclusive rights and economic advantages
By patenting your invention, you secure comprehensive rights of use. Patent law allows you to prohibit third parties from using, manufacturing and selling your technical solution. In the event of patent infringement, you have legal remedies such as injunctive relief and claims for damages. This exclusive protection ensures that your investments in research and development are preserved in the long term and that you achieve a significant competitive advantage.
International aspects of patent law
In a global economy, it is often necessary to secure protection for your invention internationally. In addition to national applications, you can use international procedures, such as the Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT), to obtain protection throughout Europe or even worldwide. A strategically well-thought-out application at the international level is essential to sustainably strengthen your market position.
Enforcement of your patent claims
Should your patented invention be infringed, the legal mechanisms enshrined in patent law offer effective options for enforcing your claims. Our experienced patent attorneys will represent your interests both in and out of court to ensure a swift and sustainable solution. This includes initiating injunctive relief and asserting claims for damages against unauthorized third parties.
Our expertise in utility model and patent law
Our specialized attorneys-at-law and specialist solicitors will provide you with comprehensive support in all legal matters relating to patent law, utility model law and license agreement law. This includes advice and representation – in both German and English – when concluding contracts, enforcing your interests out of court, defending against written warnings and conducting patent infringement proceedings, in particular by applying for interim relief. We also represent clients in opposition proceedings and actions for annulment before the relevant patent offices and courts. For national and international patent and utility model applications, depositions, search services and disputes, we rely on proven partnerships with patent law firms.
