Technology & Patents

For many companies, technological developments are essential in order to stay ahead of their competitors. And of course, it is important to recoup investments in Research & Development in an effective manner.

Companies engaged in technological developments will encounter a number of issues, including the following:
 

  • opting to carry out R&D individually or in collaboration with partners;
  • opting to take out a patent or to protect new developments by imposing secrecy;
  • opting to exploit individually or to grant licences.


Complex considerations and contracts
These issues often involve the weighing up of complex legal considerations. AKD's IP&Technology practice group has all the necessary expertise to provide your company with effective assistance with respect to these considerations. Our specialists have considerable experience relating to joint development agreements, confidentiality agreements and licence agreements.

Infringement of your rights
In addition, our IP&Technology team is entirely at your disposal if third parties infringe your rights. We will take decisive action to terminate such infringements, usually in close cooperation with a patent agent.