Protect your technological innovations and secure a competitive market advantage with the professional patent registration and advisory services of Javid Law Associates. Since 2004, our firm has assisted corporate entities, tech startups, and manufacturing enterprises in safeguarding their intellectual property assets across Pakistan. Under the Patents Ordinance, 2000, filing a patent secures exclusive rights to your invention for 20 years, making timely registration a vital corporate asset-building milestone.
Regulatory Framework and Authority Coverage
Patent protection in Pakistan is governed exclusively by the Intellectual Property Organisation of Pakistan (IPO Pakistan). Navigating the application process requires high-level technical precision and deep compliance knowledge to successfully establish novelty, inventive step, and industrial applicability. At Javid Law Associates, we manage the complete lifecycle of your patent, from prior art searches to drafting complex claims and handling official examinations.
| Application Stage | Regulatory Deliverables | Timeline |
|---|---|---|
| Phase 1: Search & Drafting | Prior art search, novelty analysis, drafting provisional/complete specifications. | 2 - 3 Weeks |
| Phase 2: Filing & Publication | Official application submission to IPO Pakistan, receipt of filing number, and journal publication. | 1 - 2 Working Days |
| Phase 3: Examination & Grant | Substantive examination, addressing objections, contesting third-party oppositions, and final issuance of the patent seal. | 12 - 18 Months |
Why Choose Javid Law Associates for IP Protection?
Operating from our strategically located offices in F-10 Markaz Islamabad and Bahawalpur, our specialized team provides personalized corporate legal services Pakistan. We seamlessly coordinate your patent protection strategy alongside your SECP company registration, Trade Marks registration Pakistan, or broader corporate restructuring plans. This dual legal and regulatory capability ensures your corporate compliance is integrated from day one.
Key Information and Document Requirements
To initiate the patent application and advisory process, our legal experts require specific documents and technical disclosures to construct a robust filing file:
- Detailed invention disclosure documentation describing the technical problem and your novel solution
- A complete set of drawings, block diagrams, or flowcharts detailing the invention layout
- Power of Attorney (Form 31) legally executed in favor of Javid Law Associates
- Corporate registration documentation or CNIC/Passport details of the applicant
Frequently Asked Questions
Is software patentable in Pakistan? Software code as written is generally protected under copyright law in Pakistan. However, software-driven inventions that produce a tangible, novel technical effect on hardware elements can be patented through carefully structured claim drafting. Contact our consultants at Javid Law Associates today to review your invention viability and secure your intellectual property assets.
Service heading
Secure your intellectual property assets and navigate the IPO Pakistan registration framework with expert corporate legal counsel.
Estimated duration
12 to 18 months
Price
Rs. 75,000
Requirements
- Detailed technical disclosure sheet of the invention
- Form 31 Power of Attorney executed in favor of Javid Law Associates
- Applicant identity documents (CNIC/Passport or SECP Registration)
- Technical diagrams, drawings, or schematic layouts (where applicable)
- Proof of priority date if filing under international convention
Key features
- Prior Art Database Search & Analysis
- Patent Claim Drafting & Technical Description Preparation
- IPO Pakistan Application Filing (Form 1 or Form 2)
- Representation during Substantive Examination & Hearings
- Patent Annuity tracking and Maintenance Advisory
- Patent Infringement & Litigation Risk Mitigation Advisory
About the Author
Written by the expert legal team at Javid Law Associates. Our team specializes in corporate law, tax compliance, and business registration services across Pakistan.