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Global Intellectual Property

RM Legal advises businesses, start-ups, and brands on protecting and managing intellectual property across jurisdictions. We assist clients in expanding into international markets by structuring and coordinating cross-border IP protection in line with business and commercial objectives.

What We Do

Our work includes:

  • International trademark and patent filings
  • Advisory on cross-border IP protection strategies
  • Coordination with foreign counsel for filings and enforcement
  • Management of international IP portfolios
  • Advisory on brand protection across jurisdictions and platforms

Our Approach

Global IP protection requires more than filing in multiple jurisdictions. We work with clients on:

  • Identifying key jurisdictions based on business expansion and market presence
  • Structuring phased filings aligned with commercial priorities and budgets
  • Balancing cost, risk, and scope of protection across regions
  • Ensuring consistency in brand protection across jurisdictions and platforms

Our focus is on creating a structured and commercially aligned approach to international IP protection.

Our International Network

We coordinate intellectual property protection across multiple jurisdictions through a network of trusted international associates, including:

  • United States
  • United Kingdom
  • European Union
  • United Arab Emirates
  • Singapore
  • Australia
  • Canada

International Filings & Systems

We assist clients with international filing systems and jurisdiction-specific filings, including:

  • Madrid Protocol for international trademark registration
  • Direct national filings in relevant jurisdictions
  • Coordination of filings and procedural requirements across countries

When to Consider Global IP Protection

  • Expansion into international markets
  • Export of products or services
  • Launch of brands across digital platforms
  • Risk of infringement or imitation in foreign jurisdictions

Scope of Work

Global IP advisory typically involves:

  • Assessment of international protection requirements
  • Coordination of filings and prosecution across jurisdictions
  • Management of international portfolios
  • Ongoing advisory on protection and enforcement strategies

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