Australian Patent and Trademark Services

Australian Patent and Trademark Services (APTS) stands as a leading intellectual property firm, dedicated to delivering comprehensive protection for innovation through its highly experienced team of registered patent and trademark attorneys. Since 1998, APTS has catered to a diverse clientele ranging from start-ups to global enterprises, not only within Australia but also internationally, including New Zealand. The firm offers a wide array of services, encompassing patent drafting, filing, and prosecution, alongside trademark searches, applications, prosecution, enforcement, and portfolio management. In addition, APTS provides expertise in product design registration and enforcement, comprehensive searching and clearance work, and the diligent management of IP through renewal deadline monitoring. APTS is committed to upholding the highest standards of legal precision, focusing on strategic risk prevention and ensuring long-term protection of intellectual property assets. The firm meticulously prepares applications to align with contemporary Federal Court standards and is adept at responding to objections while providing ongoing monitoring, renewals, and enforcement support. APTS offers innovative fixed-price options and adaptable service tiers, ranging from DIY safety-net solutions to complete, full-service engagement, thereby accommodating the unique needs of each client. Investing in proprietary IP management software, APTS not only enhances efficiency but also underscores its commitment to industry excellence, demonstrated by accreditations such as a Director who is a Fellow of the Australian Patent Institute. Membership in the Institute of Patent & Trademark Attorneys further enhances the firm's credentials. As a boutique practice, APTS prides itself on its client-focused approach, combining the technical prowess of patent attorneys with backgrounds in science and engineering with robust commercial acumen. This unique blend of skills allows APTS to effectively minimise litigation risk and safeguard clients' IP rights for the long term.