February 3, 2010 | Advocates
The role of the patent attorney is often misunderstood and as such many inventors believe it to be better to simply register their patents directly. Just as many inventors fail as the patent attorney has an important role to play. For one the patent attorney helps to assess whether the invention is patentable, helps with patent description, specifications, and also to find out whether there has been a similar application already handed in or approved. The lawyer is qualified not only in law, but also in engineering or a relevant area and as such has the qualifications and know-how to identify important aspects such as the obviousness of an invention, whether it falls under patent law or should in fact fall under copyright or designs etc.
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January 12, 2010 | Attorneys
If you have designed or invented something new or useful it is up to you to ensure that nobody else copies your idea and reaps the benefits of your hard work before you can. If you have not applied for a patent, there is almost nothing you can do to protect your invention. Gauteng patent attorney Smit & Van Wyk Incorporated specialises in matters concerning the protection of intellectual property, and will be able to guide you through the intricate process of applying for patent right.
Along the way their might be some obstacles. In some cases, a patent will not be granted to you if you have disclosed your invention in any way already. As a leading Gauteng patent attorney, Smit & Van Wyk Incorporated will be able to warn you of such clauses, helping you protect your interests in the best possible way.
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If you are the inventor or part of a group of inventors that came up with a new, innovative product, you will be well-advised to contact a patent attorney. You may qualify to register your invention, which will protect your intellectual property rights regarding this product, and allow you to solely exploit the commercial benefits of this invention for a set period of time. A professional patent attorney will be able to advise you whether this is possible, and successfully guide you through the necessary steps, ensuring the process is completed as quickly and efficiently as possible without compromising your potential benefits.
If it is a patent attorney you are looking for, the look no further than Smit & Van Wyk Incorporated. We are a specialist South African legal practice dealing exclusively with intellectual property law.
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If you have invented something that you feel should be protected by registering it as a patent, you probably should get in touch with an attorney who specialises in this field as soon as possible. Such an attorney will be able to help you determine whether your invention qualify to be registered, assist with the application process, and manage all elements involved to ensure that the process is not compromised.
One of the most important things to remember is to keep your invention secret at all costs. This is not said out of paranoia, but rather because disclosing the invention before application for a patent might disqualify it, based on the fact that it is not considered new anymore. The next step would be to contact Smit & Van Wyk Incorporated. We specialise in all matters related to intellectual property and will be able to provide you with an expert attorney to guide you through the process.
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Smit & Van Wyk Incorporated specialises in all legal matters concerning intellectual property, making us the perfect service provider to turn to when requiring patent attorneys. Our field of practice include litigation relating to patents, as well as providing advice on this form of protection. As expert patent attorneys we can confidently guide you through the process of successfully applying for a patent, as well as assist you in protecting your rights as an existing patent owner. Apart from the traditional forms of engineering and gadget-type inventions, our patent attorneys are equipped to deal with inventions on the cutting edge of technology, such as Biotechnology, Bioinformatics, Biochemistry, Nano-technology, Telecommunications, Computer technology and Software. Whatever the nature of your invention is, if you are in need of patent attorneys, or need advice regarding this section of intellectual property, be sure to contact Smit & Van Wyk Incorporated.
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At Smit & Van Wyk Incorporated we specialise in all legal matters connected to intellectual property. Whether you are interested in registering a new patent, defending your copyright on a certain project, protecting your unique trademark, or simply looking for assistance in determining what intellectual properties your company possess of, we have an expert attorney for you.
As mentioned, if it is a patent attorney you are looking for, we can offer you the best there is. Apart from the traditional forms of engineering and gadget-type inventions, we have the expertise to deal with inventions on the cutting edge of technology, such as Biotechnology, Bioinformatics, Biochemistry, Nano-technology, Telecommunications, Computer technology, and Software. These are fields in which the generation of intellectual property in the form of patents are essential to successfully compete against more established players. Stay ahead of the game with the help of an expert attorney from Smit & Van Wyk Incorporated.
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September 28, 2009 | Attorneys
If you are an inventor you can make the initial application for a patent yourself, however, it is always a sensible idea to make use of a patent attorney to do the job on your behalf. This is because of the complex nature and requirements of the Patents Act. A patent attorney is able to give you sound advice about your invention and whether it can be patented. A patent attorney is bound by a code of ethics that is administered by the Institute of Intellectual Property Law in Johannesburg.
In addition to their Law Degree and the Institute examinations, a patent attorney in South Africa must also possess either an engineering or a science degree to enable him or her to understand and interpret the technical drawings and description that usually accompany an application for a patent.
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August 27, 2009 | Law
IIR Intellectual Property Conference Johannesburg - Regulation - Commercialisation - Protection
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The process involved in becoming a patent owner entails the filing for patent rights at CIPRO which is South Africa’s patent office. To become a patent owner you thus have to file a provisional application for which you will require specific forms to be completed. The forms are as follows:
P1 which is the application for patent and the acknowledgement of receipt
P2 which is the register of patents
P3 which give the attorney or patent agent the Power of Attorney
P4 which entails the provisional specification of the invention to be patented.
It should be noted that P1 & P2 must be completed in duplicate. The documents should be printed or typed and the specification must be clear. The provisional application is your first step only in becoming a patent owner.
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Although it will certainly save you a lot of money at first when you apply in person for patent rights rather than going through a Patent Practice attorney the risk of lawsuits and a totally useless patent right at the end of the day is simply not worth it. CIPRO is a non-investigating Patent Office and as such your patent application may succeed without you realizing that there is another patent that has already been filed which is similar to yours. Two or three years down the line, someone can file a lawsuit for patent right infringements. The Patent Practice attorney can help prevent such a scenario because the attorney will conduct a novelty search beforehand and will inform you whether there are any patents pending or granted which are similar to yours. The Patent Practice attorney will also ensure that the specifications, abstract and drawings are done in the correct way, as well as handle the fees and documents on your behalf.
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