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,...
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...
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,...
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.
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...
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...
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...
5 Solicitors Intellectual Property (domaine de droit rattaché pour Patents)
Kumar Subramani
London W1C 2DL
Patents Solicitor London
22 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
Kumar Subramani is a highly experienced solicitor based in London, fluent in Bengali, English, Greek, Hindi, Malay, Turkish, Urdu, Tamil, and Malayalam. With over 22 years of legal experience, he offers a broad range of services, specializing in...
Reina D'Costa
Harrow HA5 1BN
Patents Solicitor Harrow
Does not accept legal aid
Reina D’costa, the founder of Bizlaw UK, is a savvy, practical and proactive UK Solicitor (dual qualified in the UK and India). She has many years of legal experience and great testimonials. She has a proven track record...
Emma Wood-Philips
London W10 5AD
Patents Solicitor London
11 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
As an experienced commercial solicitor, having previously worked for 9 years at a highly successful FTSE 100 company in London as Senior Corporate Counsel, I joined Lawbite in 2018 for the opportunity to work with a variety of...
Sushil Gaikwad
London SE18 6FH
Patents Solicitor London
15 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
With 15 years of experience, Sushil Gaikwad specializes in a wide range of legal areas, including employment, family law, commercial law, and financial services. He offers expert legal services in areas such as dispute resolution, immigration, intellectual property,...
Daniel Oakland
London NW8 6AR
Patents Solicitor London
35 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
Oakland & Co is a firm of solicitors specialising in Employment Law. Daniel Oakland is the Principal of the firm. He is a solicitor and a qualified barrister with nearly 30 years experience of dealing with the full...
