Intellectual Property Law Firm for Trademarks, Patents, Copyrights & More

A trademark protects brand identifiers — names, logos, slogans. A patent protects an invention — a new product, process or technical solution. Copyright protects original creative works — writing, music, software, films. They protect different things and can overlap. We advise on which protections apply to your specific situation.

Examination report typically within 3 to 4 months. Full registration: 18 to 24 months if unopposed. Objections are common and extend the timeline — but a well-drafted response usually resolves them. We handle the entire process and flag issues early.

Copyright protection arises automatically upon creation — registration isn't required for rights to exist. However, registration creates a public record of ownership, makes enforcement significantly easier, and matters when licensing or assigning rights commercially. We recommend registering anything you plan to commercialise.

Design registration under the Designs Act, 2000 protects the visual appearance of a product — its shape, pattern, ornamentation. Initial protection is 10 years, extendable by 5. It's particularly valuable for product companies and manufacturers who want to stop competitors from copying the look of their product.

A GI tag links a product to a specific geographic origin and signals that the product has qualities attributable to that origin. Registration under the GI Act, 1999 prevents unauthorised parties from using the indication. Applications are typically filed by producer associations or cooperatives. We advise on the full application process and ongoing protection.

Trade secrets aren't registered — they're protected through contractual and legal mechanisms as long as confidentiality is actively maintained. Protection comes from well-drafted NDAs, employment agreements, access controls, and prompt legal action when a breach occurs. We help businesses build frameworks that hold up — and act quickly when they're tested.

The right response depends on the type of IP and the infringement. For trademarks and patents, an ex-parte injunction from the Delhi High Court can stop ongoing infringement immediately. For counterfeiting, we coordinate raids with law enforcement. For smaller infringers, a cease-and-desist notice is often effective. We assess each situation individually and tell you which approach makes sense before recommending action.

We advise on international IP strategy and coordinate filings through relevant international frameworks — the Madrid Protocol for trademarks, the PCT for patents. For jurisdiction-specific filings outside India, we work with trusted partner firms. We manage the process from the Indian side so you have a single point of contact.

That's often the right starting question. We do IP audits for businesses that want a clear picture of what they have, what's protected, what's at risk, and what needs filing. It's a structured conversation — not a product pitch. If something isn't worth protecting given your situation, we'll say so.