Intellectual Property

Intellectual property often sits at the core of a business’s value and commercial relationships. Clear legal advice helps ensure IP is properly owned, protected, and used in a way that supports growth and avoids disputes.

We help:

Clarify ownership and control of key intellectual property
Protect IP through appropriate agreements and registrations
Use intellectual property confidently in commercial arrangements

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We Understand What You Are Going Through

Intellectual property issues often arise as businesses grow, take on new partners, or enter commercial arrangements. You may be unsure who owns certain IP, how it can be used, or whether it is adequately protected.

These questions can feel particularly pressing where founders are involved, products are being licensed, or value is tied to brand or know-how. Uncertainty around IP ownership or use can quickly create risk if it is not addressed early.

We understand the importance of getting IP arrangements right. We help you work through these issues in a calm and practical way, so your intellectual property supports your business rather than creating uncertainty.

Our Services Include

Advising on trademark protection and registration
Preparing and reviewing licence agreements for the use of intellectual property
Drafting founder IP agreements to clarify ownership and contributions
Preparing IP assignment agreements to transfer ownership where required
Advising on IP ownership and use in commercial and transactional contexts
Supporting businesses to manage IP risks as they grow and evolve

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Every matter we handle comes with full accountability. You’ll deal directly with an expert – every time, no exceptions.

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Greg Thomas

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Jennifer Maher

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Seamus Ryan

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Shannon Hilton

Intellectual Property Lawyers in Melbourne

Your intellectual property can be one of the most valuable assets your business holds. Whether it is a brand, a proprietary process, software, creative works, or confidential business information, protecting it and knowing how to enforce your rights when they are infringed matters.

IP law in Australia is a specialist area, and the consequences of getting it wrong, whether by failing to protect your rights adequately or by inadvertently infringing someone else's, can be significant. Our intellectual property lawyers offer expertise in the following areas:

Copyright: Copyright protection arises automatically under Australian law for original works including literary, artistic, musical, and dramatic works, as well as software and other original content. Our IP lawyers advise on the scope of copyright protection, licensing arrangements, and what to do if your copyright has been infringed. We also assist clients who have received infringement claims and need to understand their position.
Trade marks: A registered trade mark protects your brand identity and gives you the exclusive right to use it in connection with your goods or services in Australia. We advise on trade mark registration with IP Australia, assess the strength of a proposed mark, and assist with enforcement where another party is using a confusingly similar mark. We also advise on trade mark licensing and assignment, in compliance with the Trade Marks Act 1995 (Cth).
Trade secrets and confidential information: Protecting confidential business information, including proprietary processes, formulas, client lists, and commercially sensitive material, often depends on having the right contractual protections in place. An IP lawyer can draft non-disclosure agreements and advise on employment and contractor arrangements to ensure confidential information is properly protected. Where confidential information has been wrongfully disclosed or misused, we advise on available remedies.
IP disputes: Disputes over intellectual property can arise in a range of contexts, including alleged infringement of copyright or trade marks, misuse of confidential information, and disagreements over IP ownership. Lawyers advise on rights and obligations and assist with negotiation, mediation, and litigation where required.
Licensing and commercialisation: If you are looking to commercialise your intellectual property through licensing arrangements, we draft and review licence agreements to ensure the terms reflect the commercial arrangement and protect your interests. This includes both outbound licences, where you are licensing your IP to others, and inbound licences, where you are taking a licence from a third party.

AI and Intellectual Property

The growth of AI-generated content has raised important questions about IP ownership that Australian law has not yet fully resolved. Under current Australian copyright law, protection generally requires human authorship, which creates uncertainty around the status of fully AI-generated works.

Our legal team helps clients navigate this uncertainty, advising on the current legal position under Australian intellectual property laws and on practical strategies for protecting AI-assisted works, including structuring ownership arrangements and documenting the human contribution to creative outputs.

Our team stays ahead of industry trends, including advancements in AI, to help clients navigate complex legal issues while proactively mitigating potential future risks. We aim to prevent costly, lengthy legal battles by providing strategic guidance that safeguards your business and assists clients in managing compliance with evolving intellectual property laws and regulatory developments.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is intellectual property?

Intellectual property refers to intangible assets that have commercial value, such as branding, creative content, systems, and know-how. For businesses, intellectual property often plays a central role in differentiation, growth, and commercial relationships.

What kinds of intellectual property issues do businesses commonly face?

Businesses commonly face questions around ownership, protection, and permitted use of intellectual property. These issues often arise when launching brands or products, working with founders, employees or contractors, or entering commercial and licensing arrangements.

What types of intellectual property do you advise on?

We advise on mayny different intellectual property matters, including trade marks, licensing arrangements, founder IP agreements, and IP ownership and assignment. We do not provide patent advice.

Why is it important to clarify IP ownership early?

Unclear IP ownership can create risk, particularly where businesses grow, raise capital, or enter commercial arrangements. Clarifying ownership early helps protect value and avoid disputes later.

What is a trade mark and why does it matter?

A trade mark protects brand elements such as names and logos that distinguish your business. Trade mark protection helps prevent misuse and supports brand recognition and commercial value.

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85 Google Reviews

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