Patents

A patent is an exclusive right valid for up to 20 years. During this period, the patentee can prevent others from exploiting, i.e. manufacturing, selling or using, protected products in the countries where the patent is valid.

Patents represent a value as they are used for protecting the core business of a company and thereby contributing to the company's market value. Additionally, patent rights are valuable as they are subject to licence and assignment agreements.

Chas. Hude can assist you in all matters relating to patents. We can for instance:

• Conduct novelty searches of ideas and prepare patent applications.
• Assist you in determining the best possible patent strategy, which includes a continuous watch and evaluation of your and your competitors’ patents, patent applications as well as other publications.
• Assist you in determining the best possible patent strategy, which includes a continuous watch and evaluation of the patents, patent applications and other publications of yours and your competitors.
• Help you draw up licence and co-operation agreements.
• Offer advice based on a thorough evaluation and assist you in any disputes relating to patents.