Intellectual Property
A trusted partner in securing and protecting your IP rights.
We recognise that Intellectual Property (IP) is the cornerstone of a business’s success, and that brand identities, innovations, and creative works are invaluable in the modern context. Our goal is to ensure that the IP rights of our clients are protected from inception, and our market-leading and internationally reputed IP team is committed to the cause across Sri Lanka and globally.
Our IP protection capabilities span multiple varied industries, and the entire spectrum of needs, be it trademark and patent registration, or copyright and industrial design rights protection. We also offer strategic advice on IP commercialisation, licensing, franchising and brand development, so that our clients can maximise the value of their IP assets.
Our commitment to IP has garnered us a distinguished reputation for innovation and exceptional client service both locally and internationally and has led to us representing some of the most storied brands in the world. Most recently, we were ranked in the Top 10 Leading Trademark Firms and IP Practitioners in Sri Lanka and recognised as an ‘Award Winning Law Firm 2023’ by The Trademark Lawyer Magazine. We were also recognised as the Copyright Firm of the Year (Sri Lanka) at the 2023 Asia IP Awards.
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Copyright and Creative Works
Advise on safeguarding literary, dramatic, artistic, and musical works through effective and comprehensive copyright strategies, including international registrations.
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Domain Name Protection
Recovery of misappropriated domain names, and early warning systems to notify brand owners of trademark infringements.
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Industrial Design Protection
Assisting designers and engineers in securing industrial design rights by facilitating searches, filing applications and renewals, obtaining grants, and drafting licensing agreements.
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IP Due Diligence and Brand Development
Carrying out IP due diligences (including as targeted assignments or as part of larger transactional matters), and advising clients on trademark laws, strategies and market trends in order to enable informed brand development decisions.
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IP Licensing
Assisting clients to prepare tailored agreements for licensing & royalty arrangements, IP transfers and assignments, advertising & promotion services and brand ambassadorships.
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Patent Expertise
Comprehensive patent services including patentability assessments, prior art searches, drafting of patent specifications, searches, and PCT filings.
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Trademark Services
Managing extensive trademark portfolios, including carrying out initial availability searches, global and local trademark filings, and assisting in complex opposition proceedings and renewals.
Testimonials
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"Exceptional client service. Everyday practice integrates a client-first service which exceeds client expectations. The partners share a common vision and purpose, have mutual respect, and when needed collectively address issues and problems."
Legal 500 (2025)
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"The firm has impressed us with its understanding of the law and its applicability to a particular situation. Each member of the team is well versed with the laws and procedures."
Chambers & Partners (Asia Pacific Guide 2024)
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