Frequently Asked Questions

We recommend an assessment before any public disclosure, exhibition, launch, publication, investor pitch, or sale. If the technology has already been disclosed, filing options in some countries or regions may be affected.

It depends on whether the technology is concrete enough for a person skilled in the art to understand and practice it. A purely abstract concept is usually insufficient to support a full application, but an initial discussion can identify what additional materials are needed.

Grant depends on the technology, the prior art, the examiner's opinions, and the quality of the application. A firm can help reduce risk and shape response strategies, but no firm should guarantee a grant.

Registration is an important foundation for brand protection and enforcement. If you have already invested in packaging, signage, advertising, or platform presence, we recommend assessing registrability and similarity risk early.

We recommend it. A search cannot guarantee registration, but it can surface identical or similar marks — helping you assess risk before formal filing or heavy brand investment.

First confirm your target markets, launch schedule, territories of brand use, budget, and whether a domestic application exists. Procedures, deadlines, and costs differ by country and must be planned case by case.

Usually yes — response or amendment options can be assessed based on the notice. Provide the complete official documents and prior filing materials early, so the approach and deadlines can be determined.

For patents: a technical description, product photos, flowcharts, engineering drawings, slides, disclosure schedule, and existing product information. For trademarks: the brand name, logo, goods or services, territories of use, planned launch date, and existing use evidence. See the Consultation Guide for the full checklist.

No — and no firm should make granted rights a service commitment. We help clients understand risk, prepare documents, shape strategy, and manage deadlines, but examination outcomes remain case-specific.

Foreign patent and trademark applications are generally filed through local counsel under local law. We handle filing strategy, document preparation, deadline management, and communication with foreign associates.