Unified Patent Court Applications

Europe-BASED & gLOBAL ip STRATEGY

Unified Patent Court Representation
EPO OPPOSITIONS
EUROPEAN PATENT OPINIONS

Worldwide patent management

The Unified Patent Court (UPC) is a new patent litigation system for Europe, offering a streamlined process for protecting and enforcing patents across multiple European countries. This court provides a single, centralized way to obtain patent protection in up to 25 EU member states with just one application.

With decades of experience in guiding clients through complex changes in patent law, FAI helps you decide when to apply for individual versus unitary patents and represents you before the UPC.

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our services

Patentability & Novelty searches
Landscape Search & Analysis
Invention Harvesting
Worldwide Patent Filing & Prosecution
Validating European Patent Applications As A Unitary Patent (Covering 17 EU Countries)
The Unified Patent Court (UPC) Infringement And Validity Actions
UPC Opt Ins / Opt Outs
EPO Oppositions
EPO Appeals
IP management & Renewals

Benefits of UPC Applications

  • Cost-effective: Significantly reduce your patenting costs by filing a single application valid in multiple countries.
  • Time-saving: Streamline the patent process with a centralized application and enforcement system.
  • Wider protection: Secure patent rights across a broad European market with one application.
  • Consistent rulings: Benefit from harmonized patent law interpretations across participating countries.
  • Efficient enforcement: Enforce your patent rights through a single court action valid in multiple jurisdictions.

How We Can Help

  • Expert consultation: Our experienced patent attorneys will assess your invention and advise on the best protection strategy.
  • Application preparation: We’ll craft a comprehensive UPC application tailored to your innovation.
  • Prosecution support: Our team will handle all communications with the European Patent Office (EPO) and navigate any objections.
  • Strategic planning: We’ll help you develop a patent strategy that aligns with your business goals and maximizes protection across key European markets.

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