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March 20, 2026
Top patent attorney in South Africa: How to choose the right one
Top patent attorney in South Africa: How to choose the right one
Choosing the right attorney for your invention is one of the most important decisions you will make on your innovation journey. Discover where to find a leading patent or IP attorn...
March 17, 2026
How to Become a Patent Attorney In South Africa
Patent law is a noble profession. It is rooted in a love of innovation and the mission to protect the intellectual property (IP) of inventors of new and novel inventions that solve problems in the world. Whether you’re a scientist, engineer, or student - or simply ...
March 6, 2026
Why you might need an intellectual property attorney in South Africa
Explore how patents fit into a broader IP strategy alongside trade marks, designs and copyrights, why a comprehensive IP approach matters, and why hiring a legal expert with broad IP knowledge and specific knowledge of patents is essential for commercial success...
February 27, 2026
How patent attorney services safeguard your invention
When you invent something new and inventive - whether it be a device, a process, or a new technical solution to a problem - the journey from concept to commercial success can be fraught with danger. You need a guide who can show you the right way and remove obstacl...
February 23, 2026
When should you hire a patent attorney?
Understanding when to hire a patent attorney can make or break the success of your invention. Patent attorneys advise clients on all aspects of intellectual property protection, from filing to enforcement, ensuring comprehensive legal guidance throughout the proces...
February 17, 2026
What is a patent and why do you need one in South Africa?
Understanding what a patent is, why you may need one, and how patent protection works in South Africa is essential for any person or business creating something new, inventive and commercially useful, in order to realise value from their invention. Patent laws and ...
January 26, 2026
Choosing the Right Trade Mark Attorney in South Africa: 7 Key Questions to Ask
Why a Trade Mark Attorney Can Make or Break Your Case
Registering a trade mark may seem straightforward, but protecting your brand in today’s
January 19, 2026
Trade Mark infringement cases in South Africa – lessons for business
Why trade mark infringement is a serious risk in SA
For all branded businesses, brand identity is a critical asset - and failing to protect it or inadvertently infringing on another business’s
January 14, 2026
Trade Mark Search in South Africa And Why It Matters
In this article we unpack the ins and outs of what a trade mark search is and why it is important.
What a trade mark search is and what it includes
Before you invest in the extensive work of buildi...
January 8, 2026
Trade Marks Act South Africa: 5 Key Things to Know
In South Africa, trade marks are protected by the Trade Marks Act 194 of 1993 (‘the Act’) which provides the legislative framework for the registration, maintenance, assignment, removal a...
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