Nick Owen
Cardiff CF24 5PJ
Patents Solicitors 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,...
Simon Terry
Amersham HP6 6FA
Patents Solicitors 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...
Shah Ali
London E1 2LX
Patents Solicitors London
13 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
Shah Ali is the founding Senior Partner of Waterstone Solicitors, bringing over 13 years of post-qualification experience to his practice. Specializing in a broad range of legal areas, including family law, immigration, intellectual property, bankruptcy, conveyancing, judicial review,...
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.
Charlotte McConnell
Twickenham TW1 4SU
Patents Solicitors Twickenham
27 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
I set up McConnell Law in 2007. I carry out contract and commercial work for a wide variety of clients from small start-ups to PLCs in a wide variety of industries including IT, online platform services, education, fashion,...
Peter Fisher
Guildford GU1 2AB
Patents Solicitors Guildford
35 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
Established in 2014, C P Law Associates have been providing legal services to clients from across the UK. We give our clients personal attention and aggressive representation, with a proven track record of success. C P Law Associates...
Chris William
London UB4 9AS
Patents Solicitors London
Accepts legal aid in Patents
Chris is a highly regarded litigation and arbitration lawyer with a strong focus on media, technology, and intellectual property disputes. With extensive experience in crisis management and brand protection, Chris takes a strategic approach, blending legal and non-legal...
5 Solicitors Intellectual Property (Area of expertise might be Patents)
Christian Browne
Leicestershire LE16 7WB
Patents Solicitors Leicestershire
28 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
Chris specialises in corporate, commercial and intellectual property law and is based in our Leicester and Market Harborough office. He advises on mergers and acquisitions and joint ventures, private equity and investments and regularly advises on international transactions....
Sushil Gaikwad
London SE18 6FH
Patents Solicitors 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,...
Kaizad Cassad
London EC4A 1BL
Patents Solicitors London
Does not accept legal aid
As the founder of the firm, Kaizad had a vision – a law firm with heart! A legal practice with an international presence upholding a time honoured tradition of service to others in a practical, efficient and compassionate...
Dr. Donald Macfarlane
London EC4V 5EF
Patents Solicitors London
22 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
Dr. Macfarlane represents all sizes of business covering all their corporate and commercial needs. Whether it is contract reviews or an acquisition of or for your business. As a trusted adviser he brings experience, technical, governance and compliance...
Daniel Oakland
London NW8 6AR
Patents Solicitors 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...