IP Resources and Guidance

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We have curated links to leading intellectual property offices, professional bodies, and organisations that offer reliable information, guidance, and resources on patents, trade marks, designs, and IP management.

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These resources are intended to support businesses, investors, in-house teams, and IP professionals seeking to understand procedures, explore protection options, or stay informed about developments in the IP landscape.​

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​Intellectual Property Offices

• UK Intellectual Property Office (UKIPO)
  Guidance on UK patents, trade marks, designs, and other intellectual property rights.

• European Union Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO)
  Information and resources on EU trade marks and Community designs, including registration procedures.

• European Patent Office (EPO)
  Details on European patent procedures, patent searching, and documentation.

• World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO)
  International IP resources, databases, and information on global filing systems.

• Institut national de la propriété industrielle (INPI)
  France’s national IP office, with information on patents, trade marks, designs, and IP strategy.

Professional Bodies

• Institute of Professional Representatives before the European Patent Office (epi)
  Resources and information for European patent attorneys.

• Intellectual Property Owners Association (IPO)
  Publications and policy information, with a focus on the interests of IP owners.