Designs

Who we are

We offer comprehensive protection and advice for intellectual property in Switzerland and internationally. We combine legal expertise with strategic insight to effectively secure and defend your designs.

Our Mission

Our mission is to maximize the protection and value creation of intellectual property through top-notch legal expertise and strategic advice. We are committed to innovation, offer customized solutions, and support our clients in securing their place in the global market.

Our Expertise

Our services

Searches

Before registering a design, we can conduct a detailed search to identify potential risks from third-party prior rights. This includes searches in both national and international databases.

Registration Procedure

We handle the entire registration process of your design with the Swiss Federal Institute of Intellectual Property (IPI) in Switzerland or the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO), as needed.

Enforcement

We support you in enforcing your design rights against third parties, including initiating legal proceedings in case of infringements.

Portfolio Management

We offer comprehensive services for managing your design portfolio, from renewing old designs to advising on licensing and developing design strategies.

Protection Extension

We support you in extending your design to new product categories or geographic markets to fully realize the potential of your design.

IP Contracts

We assist you in drafting and negotiating license agreements to optimally utilize your design while protecting your rights.

The costs

Swiss Design
Application

from CHF 850 excl. VAT
  • Initial Consultation on the Protectability of the Design
  • Creation of the Necessary Design Views
  • Preparation and Filing of Application Documents with the Swiss Federal Institute of Intellectual Property (IPI)
  • Payment of Official Fees to the IPI
  • Processing and Responding to Inquiries or Objections from the IPI
  • Monitoring the Application Process Until the Design is Registered
  • Assumption of Representation

CH + EU +UK
Design Application

from CHF 1500 excl. VAT
  • Initial Consultation on the Protectability of the Design
  • Creation of the Necessary Design Views
  • Preparation and Filing of the International Design Application with the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO)
  • Designation of Switzerland, the European Union, and the United Kingdom as Protection Countries
  • Payment of the Official Application Fees to the WIPO
  • Monitoring the Application Process at WIPO
  • Assumption of Representation

CH + EU +UK + US
Design Application

from CHF 2400 excl. VAT
  • Initial Consultation on the Protectability of the Design
  • Création des vues nécessaires du design
  • Preparation and Filing of the International Design Application with the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO)
  • Designation of Switzerland, the European Union, the USA and the United Kingdom as Protection Countries
  • Payment of the Official Application Fees to the WIPO
  • Monitoring the Application Process at WIPO
  • Assumption of Representation

Design search

upon request
  • Clarification of the Objectives and Requirements of the Design Search
  • Initial Examination of the Design Regarding Basic Protectability
  • Search in National and International Design Databases
  • Detailed Analysis of Found Designs
  • Assessment of the Registrability of Your Own Design
  • Preparation of a Detailed Report on the Search Results
  • Recommendations for Further Actions
  • Development of a Design Filing Strategy Considering the Search Results

Freedom-to-operate analysis

upon request
  • Clarification of the Objectives and Requirements of the Freedom-to-Operate Analysis
  • Development of a Search Strategy
  • Initial Examination of Existing Designs for Potential Infringements of Intellectual Property Rights
  • Search in National and International Design Databases
  • Identification of Potentially Relevant Designs
  • Verification of the Validity of the Identified Designs
  • Analysis of the Legal Status of the Designs
  • Detailed Analysis of the Found Designs and Their Relevance to Your Own Design
  • Preparation of a Detailed Report on the Search Results

Why work with us ?

We offer customized solutions tailored precisely to your specific needs and objectives. With us, you and your designs are at the forefront.

Our firm has extensive knowledge in Swiss, national, and international design law. We understand the intricacies of each jurisdiction and can advise and represent you accordingly.

We offer customized flat-rate packages tailored to your needs and budget requirements to ensure a transparent and predictable cost structure.

From design registration to defense and management, we offer a comprehensive service that covers all aspects of design protection.

Our team works with the highest professionalism and dedication to protect your design rights and safeguard your interests. We are your reliable partner in the field of intellectual property.

Would you like to start a project with us?

Schedule a free initial online consultation.