Shah Ali
London E1 2LX
Patents Solicitor London
13 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
Shah Ali is a highly accomplished solicitor based in London, with 13 years of experience in family law, immigration, intellectual property, bankruptcy, conveyancing, and wills, trusts, and estates. As the founding Senior Partner of Waterstone Solicitors, he has...
Peter Fisher
Guildford GU1 2AB
Patents Solicitor Guildford
35 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
Peter Fisher is a highly experienced lawyer based in Guildford with over 35 years of practice in the legal field. As the founder of C P Law Associates, established in 2014, he leads a team known for providing...
Charlotte McConnell
Twickenham TW1 4SU
Patents Solicitor Twickenham
27 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
Charlotte McConnell is a highly experienced solicitor based in Twickenham, specializing in intellectual property and commercial law. Having established McConnell Law in 2007, Charlotte has over 25 years of legal expertise, offering contract and commercial services to a...
What should you know about patents in the UK?
- Patentability criteria: Inventions must be new, involve an inventive step, and be capable of industrial application to qualify for a patent.
- Disclosure: Patent applications require a clear, written description of the invention. Publicly revealing it before filing can jeopardise your claim to originality.
- Examination process: After filing, the UK Intellectual Property Office (UKIPO) examines the application. You may receive examiner reports requiring amendments or clarifications.
- Renewal fees: Once granted, patents must be renewed annually, beginning on the fourth anniversary of the filing date, to keep them in force.
- International protection: UK patents don’t automatically extend worldwide. Separate filings or routes like the Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT) may be needed for broader coverage.
How can a solicitor help with patents, and how much does it cost?
An intellectual property solicitor or a patent attorney can:
- Evaluate your invention: Determining whether it meets patentability criteria and advising on prior art searches.
- Draft and file applications: Preparing precise specifications and claims, and managing communications with the UKIPO or international patent offices.
- Respond to examiner reports: Handling amendments, clarifications, or legal arguments to overcome objections.
- Enforce or defend patent rights: Taking legal action against infringers or defending you if accused of patent infringement.
Costs vary depending on complexity, the technology involved, and whether international filings are needed. Many firms charge £150–£400 per hour, though fixed-fee packages might be available for initial searches or application drafting. An initial consultation—often discounted or free—can clarify the likely expenses, timelines, and success prospects for your patent application.
Nick Owen
Cardiff CF24 5PJ
Patents Solicitor Cardiff
34 years of experience
Accepts legal aid in Patents
Nick Owen is a seasoned solicitor based in Cardiff with over 34 years of experience in litigation, dispute resolution, and intellectual property law. He does not accept legal aid. Nick has built a distinguished career in civil litigation,...
Chris William
London UB4 9AS
Patents Solicitor London
Accepts legal aid in Patents
Chris William is a highly regarded litigation and arbitration lawyer based in London, with a strong focus on media, technology, and intellectual property disputes. Fluent in Albanian, English, and Arabic, Chris specializes in intellectual property law, including patents,...
Simon Terry
Amersham HP6 6FA
Patents Solicitor Amersham
27 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
Having started my career in the Commercial Litigation department of one of the larger firms in the City of London I have spent the last 20+ years working both in private practice and in-house, gaining valuable experience of...
5 Solicitors (domaine de droit rattaché pour Patents)
Caroline Irvine
Warwickshire CV37 6YX
Patents Solicitor Warwickshire
35 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
With 35 years of experience, Caroline Irvine is a trusted lawyer specializing in conveyancing, agricultural property, and landlord-tenant matters. She provides clear, practical advice to ensure smooth property transactions for her clients. Areas of Expertise Residential Conveyancing –...
Emma Roberts
Manchester M3 7BB
Patents Solicitor Manchester
13 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
Emma joined Stephensons in 2019 as a solicitor in the family law department based in the Manchester office. She was made an associate later in the same year. Emma studied for her undergraduate degree at the University of...
Calum WHELAN
Liverpool L5 6PX
Patents Solicitor Liverpool
8 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
Calum Whelan is an experienced solicitor based in Liverpool, specializing in family law, divorce, and wills, trusts, and estates. With eight years of legal experience, he is a key member of Paul Crowley & Co, where he has...
Ian Hay
London SW18 1GN
Patents Solicitor London
40 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
Ian Hay is a highly experienced solicitor based in London, with over 40 years in the legal profession, specializing in property law. As a founding partner of Murray Hay, Ian has dedicated more than three decades to managing...
Michelle Ellis
Stowmarket IP14 1ED
Patents Solicitor Stowmarket
23 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
Michelle is an experienced family law solicitor and collaborative lawyer with over 30 years experience. Specialising in divorce, separation, finances, child disputes and pre-nuptial agreements. Michelle offers an initial fixed fee interview for up to an hour for...
