Patent
Advise, Drafting, RepresentationPatent Securing Your Innovations and Inventions
Innovation drives progress and defines industry leadership. Every new idea whether a breakthrough technology, a mechanical device, or a software-driven solution represents years of research, expertise, and investment.
Patents ensure that these innovations remain exclusively yours, granting legal protection against imitation and unauthorized use while enabling you to capitalize on your ingenuity.
A well-structured patent strategy does more than protect technology it strengthens your competitive advantage, enhances your company’s valuation, and attracts partnerships and investment.
Whether you are an individual inventor, a research institution, or a global enterprise, securing your patent rights early is crucial to maintaining market leadership and preserving your intellectual edge.
At ATB Legal, our dedicated Patent Team provides comprehensive legal and technical assistance across the full lifecycle of patent protection from invention disclosure to post-grant maintenance.
We advise on invention patents, utility model patents, and design patents, offering tailored strategies to safeguard innovations in both established and emerging markets such as the UAE, GCC, and India.
Our multidisciplinary approach combines legal acumen with scientific understanding, ensuring that every invention is described, protected, and commercialized with precision and foresight.
Patents ensure that these innovations remain exclusively yours, granting legal protection against imitation and unauthorized use while enabling you to capitalize on your ingenuity.
A well-structured patent strategy does more than protect technology it strengthens your competitive advantage, enhances your company’s valuation, and attracts partnerships and investment.
Whether you are an individual inventor, a research institution, or a global enterprise, securing your patent rights early is crucial to maintaining market leadership and preserving your intellectual edge.
At ATB Legal, our dedicated Patent Team provides comprehensive legal and technical assistance across the full lifecycle of patent protection from invention disclosure to post-grant maintenance.
We advise on invention patents, utility model patents, and design patents, offering tailored strategies to safeguard innovations in both established and emerging markets such as the UAE, GCC, and India.
Our multidisciplinary approach combines legal acumen with scientific understanding, ensuring that every invention is described, protected, and commercialized with precision and foresight.
Strong technical foundations. Clear documentation. A streamlined pathway to patent protection and enforcement.
Our Patent Services Include:
- Patentability Searches and Prior Art Evaluations – Assessing novelty, inventive step, and industrial applicability through comprehensive prior art searches to determine the patentability of your concept.
- Drafting and Filing Patent Applications – Preparing technically accurate and legally robust patent specifications for filing with the UAE Ministry of Economy, GCC Patent Office, and Indian Patent Office, ensuring compliance with each jurisdiction’s procedural and substantive requirements.
- Managing Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT) Filings – Coordinating international applications through the WIPO-administered PCT system for streamlined protection in multiple countries and effective global portfolio management.
- Handling Prosecution and Office Actions – Drafting detailed responses to examiner objections, conducting hearings (where applicable), and liaising with patent offices to ensure smooth progression from filing to grant.
- Patent Renewals, Annuities, and Portfolio Management – Monitoring deadlines, maintaining patent validity, and ensuring strategic continuity of IP rights across jurisdictions.
- Licensing, Assignment, and Technology Transfer Agreements – Structuring transactions that monetize your IP through commercialization, joint ventures, or cross-licensing opportunities.
- Patent Enforcement and Defense – Representing clients in infringement, opposition, and invalidation proceedings before courts, IP offices, and enforcement authorities across the UAE, GCC, and India.
- Confidentiality and Pre-Filing Protection – Drafting Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs), R&D collaboration frameworks, and confidentiality policies to protect your innovation even before filing.
Types and Examples of Patents We Handle:
Our patent practice spans all recognized forms of patentable subject matter, including:
- Invention Patents (Standard Patents)
Granted for novel, non-obvious, and industrially applicable inventions.
Examples:
• A new drilling technology for oilfields that enhances extraction efficiency (UAE/GCC).
• A pharmaceutical compound or new chemical formulation (India).
• A machine learning-based predictive maintenance algorithm for industrial systems.
- Utility Model Patents
Also known as “innovation patents” these protect incremental or functional improvements to existing products or devices particularly suitable for SMEs and start-ups seeking faster protection.
Examples:
• Modified household appliances improving energy efficiency.
• Simplified mechanical tools or industrial fittings.
• Process enhancements in manufacturing lines.
(Currently available in India; under consideration in GCC; similar protections may apply through design or technical models in the UAE depending on subject matter.)
- Design Patents / Industrial Designs
Protect the aesthetic or visual features of an article — its shape, configuration, or ornamentation — rather than its technical function.
Examples:
• A unique packaging shape for a perfume bottle (UAE/India).
• An ergonomic design for a kitchen appliance.
• An innovative dashboard layout for a vehicle interface.
- Software and Computer-Implemented Inventions
While pure software may not always be patentable, computer-implemented inventions demonstrating a technical effect (such as improved processing, data encryption, or control mechanisms) may qualify under UAE and Indian practice.
Examples:
• AI algorithms improving image recognition in healthcare diagnostics.
• Blockchain-based transaction validation systems.
• Smart device control systems integrating IoT frameworks.
- Biotechnology and Pharmaceutical Patents
These involve chemical compounds, medical devices, bioprocesses, and diagnostic tools, which require technical expertise and precise claim drafting.
Examples:
• Genetic engineering techniques or bio-formulations.
• Medical apparatus or implantable devices.
• Novel drug delivery mechanisms and compositions.
Industries We Represent:
Our patent practice serves a diverse range of clients across technical and commercial sectors, including:
- Scientific and Industrial Innovators pioneering advancements in material science, chemical engineering, and oilfield technologies.
• Technology and Software Developers integrating artificial intelligence, data analytics, and machine learning into next-generation digital solutions.
• Manufacturers and Inventors specializing in domestic appliances, mechanical systems, and industrial design innovations.
• Healthcare and Biotechnology Firms engaged in medical device development, pharmaceutical research, and diagnostic technologies.
• Academic and Research Institutions focusing on innovation commercialization, spin-offs, and patent licensing.
Uncompromising Quality Our Approach
At ATB Legal, we understand that a patent is more than a legal right it is a strategic business tool that supports innovation, investment, and long-term growth.
Our team, comprising patent agents, legal professionals, and technical experts, collaborates closely with inventors, R&D teams, and corporate management to ensure that each filing accurately reflects the invention’s scope and commercial potential.
From drafting technically sound specifications to navigating complex examination procedures, we deliver clarity, compliance, and confidence at every step.
Our goal is not only to secure your inventions but to help you transform innovation into strategic advantage enabling your ideas to lead markets, shape industries, and define the future.
Meet The Core Team
Our Team of
Lawyers and Experts
LLB, LLM, FCIArb
Asha Treesa Bejoy
LLB
Jose Joseph
LLB
Jerome Jose
Our Offices
Representative Experience
Our track record before the ADGM Courts reflects a commitment to delivering decisive, client-focused legal solutions across diverse and challenging matters:
1. We successfully represented a group of apartment owners in a landmark matter where the developer transferred ownership to a new entity, refusing to complete title registrations. Our strategic advocacy secured court orders affirming our clients’ ownership rights and ensured formal title registration with the ADGM Registry, protecting our clients’ critical property interests.
2. Acting for a prominent subcontractor under a design and build contract, we obtained a successful resolution to obtain contractual entitlements and recover damages arising from defective design work. This outcome safeguarded our client’s financial position and upheld contractual accountability.
3. Represented multiple apartment owners challenging excessive and improper service charges levied by the developer and management company. Through effective advocacy in court-assisted mediation, we achieved a substantial reduction in the disputed charges, saving our clients significant costs.
4. Acted for a client in commercial proceedings for the recovery of unpaid contractual obligations. The dispute involved enforcement of payment terms and claims for interest on overdue amounts.
5. Our team vigorously represented leading UAE banks in multiple foreclosure proceedings, securing court approval to take possession of defaulted properties and facilitating their recovery through well-managed auctions. This resulted in substantial debt recovery and asset protection for the financial institution.
6. We championed the interests of an aggrieved shareholder in a limited liability company embroiled in internal disputes over misappropriation of company funds. Through court-assisted mediation and litigation, we secured the transfer of shares to our client and prevented further financial damage or corporate dissolution.
7. In a sensitive employment dispute, we advocated for an employee whose passport and dues were unlawfully withheld by the employer following termination. Our intervention led to the prompt return of her passport and full recovery of outstanding salaries, end-of-service benefits, and repatriation expenses.
These cases exemplify our holistic expertise and tactical acumen in ADGM matters. Our pragmatic approach ensures every client’s legal challenges are met with strategic solutions tailored to deliver meaningful and lasting results.
1. We successfully represented a group of apartment owners in a landmark matter where the developer transferred ownership to a new entity, refusing to complete title registrations. Our strategic advocacy secured court orders affirming our clients’ ownership rights and ensured formal title registration with the ADGM Registry, protecting our clients’ critical property interests.
2. Acting for a prominent subcontractor under a design and build contract, we obtained a successful resolution to obtain contractual entitlements and recover damages arising from defective design work. This outcome safeguarded our client’s financial position and upheld contractual accountability.
3. Represented multiple apartment owners challenging excessive and improper service charges levied by the developer and management company. Through effective advocacy in court-assisted mediation, we achieved a substantial reduction in the disputed charges, saving our clients significant costs.
4. Acted for a client in commercial proceedings for the recovery of unpaid contractual obligations. The dispute involved enforcement of payment terms and claims for interest on overdue amounts.
5. Our team vigorously represented leading UAE banks in multiple foreclosure proceedings, securing court approval to take possession of defaulted properties and facilitating their recovery through well-managed auctions. This resulted in substantial debt recovery and asset protection for the financial institution.
6. We championed the interests of an aggrieved shareholder in a limited liability company embroiled in internal disputes over misappropriation of company funds. Through court-assisted mediation and litigation, we secured the transfer of shares to our client and prevented further financial damage or corporate dissolution.
7. In a sensitive employment dispute, we advocated for an employee whose passport and dues were unlawfully withheld by the employer following termination. Our intervention led to the prompt return of her passport and full recovery of outstanding salaries, end-of-service benefits, and repatriation expenses.
These cases exemplify our holistic expertise and tactical acumen in ADGM matters. Our pragmatic approach ensures every client’s legal challenges are met with strategic solutions tailored to deliver meaningful and lasting results.
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