Patent
Attorneys
Expert advice on the legal protection of inventions, utility models, and industrial designs.
INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY
Patents protect novel technical solutions and their exclusive exploitation
What is a patent?
It is an exclusive right granted by the State for an invention that provides a new technical solution to a problem. It protects products, processes, or improvements that meet the requirements of novelty, inventive step, and industrial applicability.
What does a patent attorney do?
They assist in drafting specifications, claims, and drawings; conduct prior art searches; file applications before INAPI; and defend your rights in cases of office actions, oppositions, or infringements.
An unpatented invention is a missed opportunity
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OUR SERVICES
Services of
patent attorneys
1
Patent application
We provide guidance from technical drafting to formal filing with INAPI, maximizing your chances of approval.
2
Prior art search
We analyze national and international prior art to assess the novelty and feasibility of your invention.
3
Office actions
We respond to INAPI's requirements, resolve objections, and represent you in third-party oppositions.
4
Monitoring and licensing
We monitor new applications, manage license agreements, and take legal action in case of infringement.
Frequently asked questions about
patents
What requirements must an invention meet to be patentable?
It must be new, involve an inventive step, and have industrial applicability. Novelty is assessed against all publicly known information worldwide prior to the filing date.
What is a utility model?
It is a form of protection similar to a patent, but for minor innovations such as functional improvements to existing products. It requires a lower inventive step and is usually processed more quickly.
How long does a patent last?
An invention patent lasts 20 years from the filing date. Utility models are valid for 10 years, and industrial designs for 10 years, renewable once.
What does an industrial design or drawing protect?
It protects the external appearance of a product, such as its shape, lines, colors, or texture. It is ideal for industrial or handcrafted objects with aesthetic value.
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