International IP
Ready to take your business to the global market?
Protecting your intellectual property over international borders can bolster business expansion by facilitating entry into key, new markets. It can secure your competitive advantage experienced in foreign markets and foster innovation. International IP rights such as patents, trademarks, and copyrights help businesses establish their unique identities overseas, protecting their brand and building consumer trust and loyalty with new audiences.
Doing so involves protecting your intellectual property across multiple jurisdictions. At Panoramix IP, our international IP services offer a unified approach to filing, enforcing and managing rights worldwide. We keep track of varying legal standards, helping you choose the right strategies for each market based on your business goals and budget.
Our dual-qualified solicitors handle complex cross-border challenges, filing directly in their respective jurisdictions and time zones, saving you precious resources in the long run. This also means our legal professionals are practiced in the varying IP laws across borders, including complex international agreements like the Paris Convention or the Madrid Protocol. We offer comprehensive advice on international filings, IP rights, and enforcement in the UK, Europe, US and other key markets.
A strong international IP portfolio not only prevents infringement but also boosts your brand’s standing on the global stage as a strategic tool for growth. When you partner with Panoramix IP, you gain the confidence to expand across borders while knowing your valuable assets are fully protected.
Whether you’re looking for intellectual property registration and protection, portfolio management and strategy, enforcement and litigation, licensing, commercialisation and contracts, data protection and privacy, or brand and reputation protection abroad, Panoramix IP has you covered.
Find out how we can help your business by contacting us today.
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Are UK trademarks protected internationally?
Trade marks are territorial, so a UK trade mark only protects your brand within the United Kingdom. If you want your trade mark to be protected in other countries, you’ll need to apply separately in each country or use an international system that allows for wider coverage. Don’t worry, we can help with this.
One of the most common ways to do this is through the Madrid Protocol. This system lets you file a single trade mark application that can cover several countries at once. It can be much more efficient and cost-effective than applying separately in each country.
However, before you can use the Madrid system, you must already have a UK trade mark application or registration. Your international application will need to match exactly what you’ve applied for or registered in the UK.
Also, if you apply for international protection within six months of your UK application, you may be able to claim the same filing date. This is called priority and it can be important in protecting your rights.
At Panoramix IP, we guide businesses through the process of protecting their trade marks not just in the UK, but around the world. If you’re planning to grow internationally or want peace of mind that your brand is protected overseas, our expert team is here to help.
Are patents protected internationally?
If you’ve developed a new invention and want to protect it in other countries outside the UK, there are a few different ways to go about it, depending on your budget and business goals.
One of the most popular options is the Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT). This lets you file one single application that can be recognised in over 150 countries. It doesn’t give you a “global patent”, but it gives you more time and flexibility before deciding which specific countries you want protection in. It also includes a search report and written opinion, which can help you understand whether your invention is likely to be granted a patent before you invest further in each country.
Another route is through the European Patent Convention (EPC). This allows you to file a European patent application, which covers over 30 European countries. You file once, and if it’s granted, you can then choose which countries to validate it in. It’s a good option if your business is mainly focused in Europe.
You can also go the national route, meaning you apply for a patent in each country where you want protection. While this can give you the most control, it’s usually the most expensive and time-consuming option.
At Panoramix IP, we help innovators choose the right global strategy to protect their patents, whether you’re launching in one new market or expanding worldwide. Our dual-qualified attorneys handle filings directly in the UK, US, and EU, helping you save time and money along the way. Ready to get started? Contact us today to speak with out solicitors and attorneys and get your on your journey.
