Searching & watching

We recognise that different products have different lifespans, risk profiles and budgets. For your brands and trade marks, we offer a range of tailored clearance solutions when new brands are under consideration, from a full availability search to targeted identical or knockout searches. Our aim is to be part of your team and to discuss clearance options with you early on, so there are no surprises as the launch of your new brand approaches.

Obtaining a patent or trade mark right is in many ways only the beginning of the story. Our team of specialists can also work with you to:

  • Set up patent watches to help you monitor where your competitors are innovating, or identify at an early stage who might be encroaching on your technology space
  • Set up competitor watches to get an early look at the trade marks and products for which your key competitors are seeking protection
  • Identify and monitor potential infringement risks at an early stage
  • Identify patents granted to competitors that you may wish to challenge in opposition
  • Instigate a range of watching services to ensure your brands are appropriately policed and that you are alerted to any conflicts in plenty of time
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"Competent, professional and client-centric"

Client testimonial, The Legal 500 2023

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"I can tell that HLK strives to stay on top of developments in European practice to better inform their clients"

Client testimonial, The Legal 500 2023

Our team: Search / watch

Nicole Ockl

Nicole Ockl

Partner, Head of Legal, Trademarks and Designs (Germany) | IP Law

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Our strategy services

Consultancy

Working with you to add real value to your business. Driven by a passion to enhance our clients’ businesses, we help our clients through our consultancy services.

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IP Audits & funding for SMEs

Whilst audit and IP due diligence may be regarded by some as yesterday’s tools for assessing IP risk and opportunity, our joined up team of specialist attorneys and lawyers approach them differently.

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Searching & watching

We recognise that different products have different lifespans, risk profiles and budgets. For your brands and trade marks, we offer a range of tailored clearance solutions when new brands are under consideration.

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Analytics

Our Analytics team approaches IP from a strategic perspective, helping you to understand your competitive landscape.

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Training

We know that you are too busy to track all the changes occurring in this fast moving area and we have the solution for you.

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Patent Box & R&D tax credits

The UK Patent Box is a generous scheme that can yield significant savings for UK companies. Research and Development (R&D) tax reliefs support companies that work on innovative projects in science and technology.

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HLK proudly sponsors Octopus Springboard programme

The purpose of the programme is to accelerate pre-seed deep tech startups and founders on their journey to solving some of the biggest global problems. The 3-month programme helps founders to become investor-ready with a strong idea of target markets and product fit.

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