FAQs

The renewal frequency depends on the jurisdiction. Generally, patents require periodic maintenance fee payments to remain in force, while trademarks must be renewed periodically to maintain their registration. It’s crucial to track renewal dates and fees to avoid any lapses in protection. Our experts can guide you through the process based on your specific intellectual property. 

Patent and trademark maintenance is essential to ensure the continued protection and validity of your intellectual property (IP). Regular renewals prevent expiration and help you retain exclusive rights, safeguarding your innovations and brand identity.

Patent annuity payments, or maintenance fees, are typically calculated annually based on the remaining term of the patent. The amount can vary by jurisdiction and the age of the patent. Our team evaluates these variables to provide accurate and cost-effective annuity solutions to keep your patents legally protected.

Copyright recordation involves registering a copyright with a government authority, such as the U.S. Copyright Office, to enhance legal protection and ownership of an original work. While copyright protection is automatic upon the creation of a work, recordation can provide additional legal benefits in the event of a dispute, strengthening your copyright claims.

Yes, we offer comprehensive, end-to-end services. From assessing renewal requirements to filing paperwork, our team manages every step, allowing you to focus on your core business.

Missing patent or trademark renewals can have serious consequences. For patents, failure to pay maintenance fees can result in expiration, placing the invention in the public domain and losing exclusive rights. For trademarks, not renewing on time can lead to cancellation of the registration, potentially weakening or losing brand protection. Staying on top of deadlines is crucial to maintaining legal protection, and our proactive approach ensures that deadlines are met.

Regularly assess your intellectual property portfolio, stay updated on industry trends, and collaborate with our experts to develop a tailored protection strategy that fits your business needs.

Absolutely. We have a global network and extensive experience in managing international renewals. Whether you have a single asset or a diverse portfolio, we can efficiently navigate the complexities of international IP management.

No, we value transparency in our pricing. We do not impose mark-ups on office fees for intellectual property renewals. Our goal is to provide straightforward, honest services with no hidden costs or surprises.

We prioritize cost-efficiency by minimizing agent fees whenever possible. We prefer to pay fees directly to the relevant offices, reducing intermediary costs and streamlining the renewal process, passing on the savings to our clients.