Paths to protection
Ways to protect your invention
Patents are a way of protecting your inventions. By filing a successful patent you will be awarded a monopoly to exploit your invention for a period of time.
Additional Information
Discuss your Intellectual Property Protection strategy with us
If you need to protect your Intellectual Property abroad, through our Global Network of offices and associates, we can make your Intellectual Property assets expand to every nation you desire, ensuring full legal protection of your rights.
If you have further questions, we would be delighted to schedule a conference call and answer any questions you may have.
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Patent Details and Timeframes
Priority claim
Available
Substantive Examination
Unavailable
Body responsible for non-use cancellations
Court
Use Requirement Period
3 years
Requirements
Application Requirements
- Power of attorney, simply signed.
- Applicant data.
- Copy of priority document (if applicable).
- Patent title, abstract, description, claims and drawings.
Renewal Requirements
- Power of attorney, simply signed.
Assignment Requirements
- Power of attorney, simply signed.
- Deed of assignment, legalized.
Change of Name Requirements
- Power of attorney, simply signed.
- Certificate of change of name, notarized.
- Certificate of change of name, with verified French translation.
Change of Address Requirements
- Power of attorney, simply signed.
- Certificate of change of address, notarized.
- Certificate of change of name, with verified French translation.
License Requirements
- Power of attorney, simply signed.
- License Agreement signed by both parties.
Local Presence
Our office - Democratic Republic of the Congo
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