Patent

Patent Services

At Your Legal Company, we understand the value of innovation and the importance of protecting intellectual property. A patent safeguards your invention, giving you exclusive rights to use, manufacture, and commercialize your creation while preventing others from doing so without your permission.

Understanding Patents in India

A patent is a legal recognition of your invention, granted under the Indian Patents Act, 1970. It ensures that your idea, which is novel, inventive, and industrially applicable, remains protected for up to 20 years. This protection is crucial for fostering innovation, securing investments, and maintaining a competitive edge in the market.

Why Are Patents Significant?
  • Encourages Innovation: Patents reward creativity and ingenuity by offering exclusivity.
  • Provides Market Advantage: They grant you a monopoly over your invention, enhancing your business value.
  • Attracts Investors: Patents demonstrate the uniqueness of your idea, making it more appealing to stakeholders.
  • Promotes Economic Growth: Protected inventions lead to new industries, jobs, and technologies.
Our Patent Services

From ideation to registration, we assist you every step of the way. Our services include:

  • Patent Search: To determine if your invention is eligible for a patent.
  • Patent Drafting: Crafting precise specifications and claims for your application.
  • Filing & Prosecution: Navigating the patent application process and responding to objections.
  • Patent Renewal: Ensuring your rights are maintained throughout the patent term.
Patent Registration Process in India

Here’s a step-by-step overview of the patent registration process:

  • Patentability Search: Conduct a detailed search to check if your invention is new.
  • Drafting the Application: Prepare a detailed patent specification, including claims, descriptions, and diagrams.
  • Filing the Application: Submit the application to the Indian Patent Office.
  • Publication: The application is published after 18 months from the filing date (or earlier upon request).
  • Examination: Upon request, the patent application is examined for compliance with patentability criteria.
  • Responding to Objections: Address objections raised by the patent examiner.
  • Grant of Patent: Once all requirements are met, the patent is granted.
Patent Registration Flowchart

Here’s a simplified representation of the patent registration process:

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Ideation & Research  

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Patentability Search  

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Drafting the Patent Application  

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Filing the Application  

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Publication (18 months)  

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Request for Examination  

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Examination & Objection Resolution  

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Grant of Patent  

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Renewal & Maintenance