Industrial Design Services
Comprehensive Management, Valuation, and Protection Strategies for Your IP Portfolio
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Industrial Design Services
An industrial design protects the visual and aesthetic aspects of a product, its shape, pattern, colour, or ornamentation, that make it unique and attractive to consumers. Legal protection ensures that no competitor can copy the design’s distinctive look, helping brands maintain their competitive edge in strategic markets. Industrial designs are registered under national and regional design laws, including the Hague System for international filings and local regulations governing relevant jurisdictions.
What We Provide
Design Search
Before filing an application, Abou Naja IP conducts an exhaustive design search across relevant design databases and registries. This search identifies any prior existing designs that may conflict with your proposed design, helping to assess registrability and avoid infringement claims. A detailed search report enables informed decision-making about filing strategies and design modifications, maximising the chance of successful registration.
Filing, Prosecution, Recordals, Maintenance
We prepare and file design applications tailored to the specific requirements of each jurisdiction, including national design registrations as well as international registration via the Hague Agreement. Our services cover every procedural step, from submitting required drawings and descriptions to handling official office communications during prosecution. Once registered, we manage all recordals such as transfers, licenses, and changes in ownership, and ensure timely renewal payments to keep your industrial design renewal rights in force.
Appeals, Oppositions & Litigation
Design registrations are frequently contested during the publication or post-registration phase. We can file appeals against refusal decisions and represent clients during opposition proceedings brought by third parties, crafting strong legal and technical arguments to defend your design’s originality and validity. In cases of infringement, Abou Naja IP supports enforcement through cease-and-desist letters, negotiations, and litigation. Our experienced legal team can help you prevent unauthorised copying and ensure your exclusive rights are respected.