We advise and assist clients in obtaining protection for technical inventions through utility model registrations. Our services include the preparation and filing of applications, prosecution before the relevant authorities, and enforcement of rights through administrative and judicial channels.
Our Utility Model Services Include:
Eligibility Assessment & Strategic Guidance
We begin by evaluating whether an invention is suitable for utility model protection. Our experts provide strategic advice to determine if utility model registration is the most appropriate and advantageous route, especially for products with a shorter market lifecycle or where rapid protection is required.
Prior Art Search & Technical Review
To assess novelty and avoid conflicts with existing rights, we conduct prior art searches and technical reviews. This step helps minimize the risk of rejection during examination and strengthens the validity of the utility model.
Application Preparation & Filing
Our team prepares and files utility model applications with the Turkish Patent and Trademark Office (TPI), ensuring that all technical documents, drawings, and claims are clear, detailed, and in compliance with applicable regulations. We also assist in preparing necessary translations and supporting documents for international filings.
Prosecution & Office Communications
While utility model applications generally face a simpler registration process than patents, we remain actively engaged during prosecution, responding to any formal objections and ensuring timely registration. We communicate directly with examiners to resolve procedural issues and maintain the application’s progress.
International Utility Model Protection
Though utility model protection is jurisdiction-specific and not available in every country, we advise clients on available options abroad and coordinate filings in countries where utility models are recognized. We also liaise with our international associates to ensure a seamless process across borders.
Enforcement of Utility Model Rights
Once registered, a utility model grants its owner the exclusive right to prevent third parties from commercially using the protected invention without consent. We assist clients in enforcing these rights through cease-and-desist actions, customs applications, and litigation before the courts in cases of infringement.
Portfolio Management & Renewals
We manage the entire lifecycle of our clients’ utility model rights, including monitoring deadlines and handling renewal processes. We also provide portfolio optimization strategies to help clients balance between patent and utility model protection for different innovations.
Commercialization & Licensing
Our services include the drafting and negotiation of utility model license agreements, enabling clients to license or assign their rights for commercial exploitation. We help ensure that contractual terms protect the client’s interests while promoting innovation use and technology transfer.
