Patent Lawyers in Gauteng
January 12, 2010
Patents
Before you can apply for a patent on your new invention, you have to consider the various requirements and make sure that you meet these necessary qualifications.
This can be a time-consuming process if you don’t have professional help, and a single misstep can lead to your patent application to be turned down. Gauteng patent lawyers Smit & Van Wyk incorporated are well-versed in this process and will be able to assist you with their resources and advice every step of the way.
From determining the novelty of your invention, to helping you submit all the required documents in the correct format, to advising you on the protection of your intellectual property, Smit & Van Wyk Incorporated are the leading Gauteng patent lawyers to turn to.
Contact us with any queries regarding intellectual property for expert advice you can trust.
Patent Law
January 12, 2010
Patents
Having an inspired moment and getting a bright idea usually doesn’t cost a thing. Taking that idea, developing it and polishing it into a useful item for the general public can cost millions, however, depending on the nature of the invention. Patent law has been created specifically to encourage individuals and companies to invest the effort and money into developing new inventions for general use.
Patent law gives you the opportunity to register your product or invention, and if it meets certain requirements, you will have the sole right to enjoy the recognition and financial benefits of this invention for a certain period of time.
Smit & Van Wyk Incorporated is a dedicated South African law firm that specialises in matters concerning intellectual property rights, including patent law.
If you think you have come up with a new invention that needs to be registered, be sure to contact us for professional assistance.
Patent Process
January 12, 2010
Patents
The patent process can vary greatly from country to country. In South Africa you have the option to approach your application as a two-step process, giving you a certain amount of freedom and time to finalise your invention and associated planning with peace of mind.
The first step in the patent process is to file a South African provisional patent application to obtain the earliest possible date from which to claim rights to your invention. The second step is to file a complete patent application within 12 months of filing the provisional patent application.
The rights you are protecting date back to the filing date of your South African provisional patent application, while you still have the opportunity to make changes and determine the financial feasibility of your invention before filing for the complete patent.
Contact Smit & Van Wyk Incorporated for any queries regarding the patent process. We have the knowledge and experience to advise you on the best routes and to guide you through the process quickly and efficiently.
Patents
January 12, 2010
Patents
You have had an inspired moment and came up with a product that provides a new way of doing something. It has taken hours of work, refining and tweaking it until it is ready for use. But hoe long will it take the competition to copy your idea?
And what if they can make it even better?
This is why patents are so important. By applying for patents on new inventions, you are ensuring that your hard work is being protected by law, granting you the sole right to exploit your product fully. This means that only you as the owner of the rights to the patents have the authority to make, use, sell or import the invention in question.
Smit & Van Wyk Incorporated focuses specifically on intellectual property such as patents, and our experienced staff will be able to assist you with any query regarding this topic.
Patent Lawyers
January 5, 2010
Patents
When dealing with inventions on the cutting edge of technology, such as Biotechnology, Bioinformatics, Biochemistry, Nano-technology, Telecommunications, Computer technology, and Software, you will need the services of expert patent lawyers.
These are fields in which the generation of intellectual property in the form of patents are essential to successfully compete against more established players.
Smit & Van Wyk’s patent lawyers are all dedicated individuals with a range of specialities and extensive experience in their field. They will be able to successfully guide you through the patent registration process as quickly and efficiently as possible. They are also available to provide valuable information and advice, as well as to help you protect your intellectual property if you are the owner of an already existing patent.
Contact Smit & Van Wyk Incorporated to get in touch with some of the leading patent lawyers in the country.
