IP Strategy

Most companies know the value of protecting their business through patents, trademarks and designs. Research and development are resource-intensive activities and it is vital not to leave the results of innovative efforts open to competitors.

A good IP strategy is not just about protecting the individual elements contributing to the overall company success. It is first of all about thinking ahead, about securing a platform of influence and about claiming the competitive edge. In other words, it is about creating freedom on relevant markets and not merely about the survival of your company.

Budde Schou holds many years' experience in establishing and protecting IP rights and in furthering our clients' commercial interests based on a well-defined IP strategy. Our objective is to secure the absolute best market position for the companies who trust us with their rights.

We offer advice in relation to all aspects of a successful IP strategy, including:

• Pre-patenting considerations (including prior art searches, screenings etc.)
• Interrelation of different types of rights
• Geographic/market-based considerations
• Commercialization (including in- and outlicensing)
• Freedom to Operate analyses
• IP Due Diligence Opinions
• Watch services in relation to competitor activity
• Administrative measures, including opposition
• Legal enforcement of IP rights